U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Kimball conducts at-sea transfer with U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Forward [Image 4 of 9]

PACIFIC OCEAN

03.28.2025

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Austin Wiley 

U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Kimball (WMSL 756) Crewmembers secure the 35-foot long range interceptor II cutter boat in the Kimball’s stern notch after an at-sea transfer with the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Forward (WMEC 911) while patrolling the Eastern Pacific Ocean, March 28, 2025. Kimball’s crew embarked four suspected drug smugglers and 925 kilograms of contraband from the Forward. The U.S. Coast Guard is increasing presence in key areas to secure the U.S. maritime border against the flow of cocaine, fentanyl and other illegal drugs. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Austin Wiley)

• Date Taken: 03.28.2025
• Date Posted: 04.05.2025 02:36
• Photo ID: 8954416
• VIRIN: 250328-G-BB085-1009
• Resolution: 8256x5504
• Size: 3.18 MB
• Location: PACIFIC OCEAN