Coast Guard Cutter Vigorous returns home after 26-day patrol [Image 3 of 5]

STRAITS OF FLORIDA

03.23.2026

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area

Coast Guard Cutters Vigorous (WMEC 627), left, Raymond Evans (WPC 1110), center, and Resolute (WMEC 620) operate while underway in the Florida Straits, March, 23, 2026. Vigorous' crew conducted a 26-day maritime safety and security patrol to protect the safety of life at sea and deter illegal alien migration in the region. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)

• Date Taken: 03.23.2026
• Date Posted: 04.15.2026 11:43
• Photo ID: 9607427
• VIRIN: 260323-G-G0100-1001
• Resolution: 9248x6944
• Size: 14.51 MB
• Location: STRAITS OF FLORIDA