U.S. Coast Guard Rear Adm. Zeita Merchant (left), commander of Coast Guard East District, and Master Chief Petty Officer Raymond Prell, command master chief of Coast Guard East District, provide advice to the public Aug. 28, 2026, ahead of Labor Day weekend in Portsmouth, Virginia. Senior leadership shared boating safety tips, issued a warning regarding illegal charters, and encouraged all mariners to enjoy a safe holiday weekend. (U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 3rd Class Christine Bills)
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