US Coast Guard damage control specialists instruct next generation of leaders [Image 6 of 9]

UNITED STATES

06.24.2026

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Cheyenne Basurto 

U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area

Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Kyle Tiernan, a damage controlman stationed at Sector Field Office (SFO) Fort Macon, instructs Coast Guard Academy cadets on how to properly use a firefighting hose aboard the Coast Guard Barque Eagle (WIX 327), at sea in the Atlantic Ocean, June 24, 2026. Cadets gain hands-on knowledge and skills before obtaining their basic damage control qualification at the end of their summer training phase. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Cheyenne Basurto)

• Date Taken: 06.24.2026
• Date Posted: 07.08.2026 08:36
• Photo ID: 9796750
• VIRIN: 260624-G-GN994-1024
• Resolution: 7706x5504
• Size: 9.88 MB
• Location: US