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    Coast Guard evacuates 99 people, 13 pets from St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands [Image 1 of 6]

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    A U.S. Coast Guard rigid inflatable boat (RIB) numbered 26248 is underway on open water, carrying what appears to be rescued civilians along with Coast Guard personnel. The orange inflatable boat displays the 'U.S. Coast Guard' marking prominently on its hull and flies an American flag. Several civilians wearing orange life vests are seated in the middle of the vessel, accompanied by at least two uniformed Coast Guard members.

    ST. THOMAS, VIRGIN ISLANDS, US

    09.12.2017

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    U.S. Coast Guard Southeast     

    The Coast Guard Cutter Valiant crew transported more than 95 adults, kids and pets off St. Thomas to the cutter during Hurricane Irma response and relief efforts in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017. The Coast Guard and it's partner agencies continuously work closely together to bring post-storm relief through maintaining a maritime presence, bring supplies and equipment ashore along with other emergency responders to assist the victims of Hurricane Irma in the U.S. Virgin Islands. U.S. Coast Guard photo

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    Date Taken: 09.12.2017
    Date Posted: 09.12.2017 17:10
    Photo ID: 3761217
    VIRIN: 170912-G-G0101-2002
    Resolution: 2100x1400
    Size: 1.68 MB
    Location: ST. THOMAS, VI
    Web Views: 338
    Downloads: 29

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    A U.S. Coast Guard rigid inflatable boat (RIB) numbered 26248 is underway on open water, carrying what appears to be rescued civilians along with Coast Guard personnel. The orange inflatable boat displays the 'U.S. Coast Guard' marking prominently on its hull and flies an American flag. Several civilians wearing orange life vests are seated in the middle of the vessel, accompanied by at least two uniformed Coast Guard members.
    The image shows a US Coast Guard rescue operation on the water, with personnel in orange life vests assisting civilians onto or between vessels. A tattooed Coast Guard member is helping transfer people, including what appears to be a woman carrying a child or infant. At least three Coast Guard personnel are visible, identifiable by their orange life vests and 'CG' markings.
    The image shows what appears to be a maritime rescue or boarding operation on a vessel deck. Several individuals wearing orange life vests are being assisted by personnel, including a young girl being helped aboard. The scene suggests a Coast Guard or similar maritime rescue operation with multiple rescuers and survivors present.
    A U.S. Coast Guard rigid inflatable boat (RIB) numbered 26250 is shown from an elevated angle alongside a larger vessel. The boat is carrying numerous civilians, including children, wearing orange and yellow life jackets, along with Coast Guard personnel in uniform. An American flag is visible among the passengers, suggesting this may be a rescue or interdiction operation at sea.
    A U.S. Coast Guard officer in blue uniform is speaking with a group of civilians who are seated on the ground surrounded by luggage and belongings. The scene appears to be a disaster relief or evacuation operation, with numerous people and their belongings gathered in an outdoor staging area. The officer appears to be checking on or providing information to the displaced individuals.
    A U.S. Coast Guard member wearing a red life vest and black gloves is holding a small white Chihuahua while aboard an inflatable rescue boat on open water. The scene appears to depict a maritime rescue operation, with another person's hand visible reaching from an adjacent vessel. The dog is wearing a small black harness and appears calm.

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