USCG Says Unaffected by Cuba Policy Changes

By Eric Haun
Thursday, December 18, 2014

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) issued a statement today stating that the United States’ Cuba policy change will not impact its missions annd operations.

“Coast Guard missions and operations in the Southeast remain unchanged,” the USCG statement said.

“The Coast Guard strongly discourages attempts to illegally enter the country by taking to the sea. These trips are extremely dangerous. Individuals located at sea may be returned to Cuba.”

Categories: Coast Guard Government Update Maritime Safety

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