USCG Seventh District Headquarters

The United States Coast Guard Seventh District Headquarters, established in 1940, oversees Coast Guard operations throughout the southeastern United States and the Caribbean. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, the district is responsible for maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, environmental protection, and homeland security across a vast area that includes Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. During World War II and the Cold War, the Seventh District played a crucial role in anti-submarine operations and counterdrug efforts. Today, the district remains at the forefront of disaster response, migrant interdiction, and international cooperation to secure the nation's southern maritime borders.