U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary crew members help in a towing exercise for Coast Guard Station LA-LB, as crew members train to successfully throw a tow line their vessel from a small boat off the coast of San Pedro, California, February 20, 2025. The Coast Guard Station and Sector crew members are working towards their qualifications so that they are prepared to assist boaters in distress by towing their vessels (U.S. Coast Guard photo taken by Petty Officer 3rd Class Richard B. Uranga).