27-05-2025
U.S. Coast Guard launches ‘Aqua Alerts' in Long Island Sound area
LONG ISLAND SOUND (WTNH) — Starting Tuesday, people may start receiving 'Aqua Alerts' to their phone if they're nearby a maritime emergency.
According to the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Long Island Sound, the alerts will come similar to an Amber Alert.
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They'll include details like the description of a missing person or vessel and their last known locations. If you get the alert, you're asked to be vigilant, attempt a rescue if trained and equipped, and/or call in to 866-299-8031 with helpful information.
The alerts are a pilot program aimed at delivering immediate notification to people nearby, to help speed up and expand search and rescue efforts.
It's currently limited to Long Island Sound and the south shore of Long Island.
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