Coast Guard conducts direct assist to motor vessel on Lake Michigan [Image 2 of 2]

BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES

01.25.2026

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael Lauofo 

U.S. Coast Guard Great Lakes

The Coast Guard Cutter Mackinaw (WLBB 30) directly assists the 650-foot motor vessel Algoma Intrepid near Beaver Island on Lake Michigan, Jan. 25, 2026. The Mackinaw arrived on the scene, freed the vessel from the ice and escorted them back to navigable waters, allowing for the delivery of essential goods. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. j.g. William Erekson)

• Date Taken: 01.25.2026
• Date Posted: 01.28.2026 10:46
• Photo ID: 9496499
• VIRIN: 260125-G-NB558-1002
• Resolution: 5712x4284
• Size: 3.87 MB
• Location: BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN, US