Sector Virginia

**Sector Virginia** is a unit within the United States Coast Guard, established to oversee maritime safety, security, and environmental stewardship along the coastline of Virginia. Formed in 2005 during the Coast Guard's sector reorganization, Sector Virginia consolidated the functions of previous groups and marine safety offices in the region, enhancing operational coordination and rapid response capabilities. The unit is headquartered in Portsmouth, Virginia, and its area of responsibility includes the busy ports of Hampton Roads and the Chesapeake Bay. Over the years, Sector Virginia has played a critical role in search and rescue operations, port security missions, and responses to natural disasters and environmental incidents.