Responders conduct successful search and rescue exercise in Saipan [Image 1 of 10]

SAIPAN, NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS

08.24.2022

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia / Sector Guam

The U.S. Coast Guard and Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands partners conclude a successful two-day search and rescue exercise (SAREX) in Saipan, Aug. 24, 2022. Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam holds SAREXs in Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Compact of Free Association States to evaluate notification and response procedures and identify shortfalls in communication and coordination of response during SAR incidents. Each agency holds individual capabilities that complement each other’s efforts and bolsters the overall success of the SAR system. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. j.g. Ed Oingerang)

• Date Taken: 08.24.2022
• Date Posted: 08.24.2022 20:16
• Photo ID: 7386919
• VIRIN: 220824-G-G0020-209
• Resolution: 1280x958
• Size: 301.46 KB
• Location: SAIPAN, MP