U.S. Coast Guard secures the southern border [Image 4 of 9]

TEXAS, UNITED STATES

02.12.2025

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Carmen Caver 

U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters   

U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Enforcement specialist 3rd Class Aaron Hernandez, talks with members of his boat crew, February 13, before a Maritime Safety and Security unit patrol on the Rio Grande river in McAllen, Texas. Maritime Safety and Security Teams (MSSTs) provide a dedicated active duty force of about 50 personnel, possessing specialized skills, capabilities, and expertise to perform a broad range of port security and harbor defense missions. (U.S. Coast Guard by Petty Officer 3rd Class Carmen Caver)

• Date Taken: 02.12.2025
• Date Posted: 03.27.2025 13:31
• Photo ID: 8938879
• VIRIN: 250220-G-KH296-1726
• Resolution: 7857x5237
• Size: 16.13 MB
• Location: TEXAS, US