MSO Providence, East Providence, RI

MSO Providence, located in East Providence, Rhode Island, served as a key Maritime Safety Office under the United States Coast Guard. Established to enhance maritime safety and security in the Narragansett Bay region, the unit was responsible for vessel inspections, port safety, and environmental protection. Throughout its operational years, MSO Providence played a pivotal role in responding to maritime emergencies, oil spills, and enforcing federal maritime regulations along the Rhode Island coastline. The unit's mission and functions were eventually integrated into the larger Sector Southeastern New England as part of the Coast Guard's reorganization efforts in the early 2000s.