Petty Officer 3rd Class Amanda Thrasher, a crewmember on the Coast Guard Cutter William Tate, eases the tension of the wire connected to the buoy Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014, on the William Tate in Philadelphia. The crewmembers of the William Tate were conducting buoy operations training, ensuring they followed all safety protocols. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Peter Hoey)