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    Coast Guard, partners conduct patrols during busy boating weekend in Chicago [Image 1 of 3]

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    An aerial drone photograph captures a large informal boat gathering or 'raft-up' event on open water, likely a lake or coastal bay. Dozens of recreational boats of varying sizes are clustered together in loose formations, with many vessels tied side-by-side while people socialize on decks. The scene suggests a warm-weather holiday or weekend boating event with significant crowd participation.

    CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES

    07.25.2026

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    U.S. Coast Guard Great Lakes

    Coast Guard and partner agencies conduct maritime patrols as part of Operation Safe Water in the Chicago Playpen in Chicago, Illinois, July 25, 2026. Operation Safe Water is an enforcement initiative designed to ensure the safety of boaters during events throughout the summer. (U.S. Coast Guard photo, courtesy Marine Safety Unit Chicago)

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    Date Taken: 07.25.2026
    Date Posted: 07.29.2026 19:33
    Photo ID: 9839118
    VIRIN: 260725-G-G0109-1004
    Resolution: 631x474
    Size: 97.47 KB
    Location: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, US
    Web Views: 34
    Downloads: 5

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    An aerial drone photograph captures a large informal boat gathering or 'raft-up' event on open water, likely a lake or coastal bay. Dozens of recreational boats of varying sizes are clustered together in loose formations, with many vessels tied side-by-side while people socialize on decks. The scene suggests a warm-weather holiday or weekend boating event with significant crowd participation.
    An aerial photograph shows two vessels on open water, with a gray and orange official patrol or law enforcement vessel alongside a smaller white recreational motorboat. A person dressed in dark clothing is standing on the deck of the white boat, suggesting an active boarding or inspection is underway. Several other individuals are visible seated on the recreational vessel.
    An aerial photograph shows a large gathering of recreational boats rafted together on open water near a prominent lakefront landmark, identifiable as Navy Pier in Chicago on Lake Michigan. Dozens of vessels of varying sizes are anchored in a curved formation, with people visible on decks and in the water. The scene depicts a warm-weather boating social event or informal regatta.

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