Poor offshore weather prompts responders to assist boaters off Agat, Guam

GUAM

01.04.2023

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia / Sector Guam

A U.S. Coast Guard Station Apra Harbor 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew escorts the crew of the 22-foot vessel Machalek about 15 miles off Agat, Guam, on Jan. 4, 2023. Response action came after U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam Joint Rescue Sub-Center watchstanders received notification from Guam Fire Department the recreational vessel was reportedly distressed as they were returning from a fishing trip at Galvez Banks. Due to weather, they were taking on water; strong winds brought 8 to 10-foot waves. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class James Barnett)

• Date Taken: 01.04.2023
• Date Posted: 01.10.2023 18:48
• Photo ID: 7584706
• VIRIN: 230104-G-G0020-441
• Resolution: 1600x1200
• Size: 319.39 KB
• Location: GU