CG STATION VENICE

Coast Guard Station Venice, located in Venice, Louisiana, plays a vital role in maritime safety and security along the Gulf of Mexico. Established to support operations in the lower Mississippi River and surrounding coastal waters, the station’s crew specializes in search and rescue, law enforcement, and environmental protection missions. Over the years, CG Station Venice has been instrumental in hurricane response efforts, including Hurricane Katrina in 2005, providing critical aid and rescue operations. The unit continues to serve as a frontline defense against illegal fishing, drug trafficking, and environmental hazards in the region.