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Coast Guard Station Galveston rescue calls increase

By Darlene Janik Faires
Published  May 20, 2020 7:24am CDT
Galveston County
FOX 26 Houston

Coast Guard Rescues Increase

Coast Guard Station Galveston rescue calls are up 30 percent from this time last year. As Memorial Day approaches, the Coast Guard wants to remind us to boat responsibly.

GALVESTON, Texas - Coast Guard Station Galveston rescue calls are up 30 percent from this time last year. 

As Memorial Day approaches, the Coast Guard wants to remind us to boat responsibly.

There is a convenient USCG app available to help boaters get home safely. Click here for the app.

Critical reminders include wear a life jacket, check the weather, have a plan and tell someone that plan.