U.S. Coast Guard Academy cadets don firefighting equipment during basic damage control training aboard the training barque USCGC Eagle (WIX 327) off the coast of Florida May 16, 2026. The cadets conducted the exercises to learn basic ship firefighting skills and maintain standard shipboard readiness ahead of participating in America 250 events. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Keira Shantry)