USCGC Sea Horse (WPB-87361)

• Sentinel-Class Cutter: USCGC Sea Horse (WPB-87361) is a Marine Protector-class coastal patrol boat, not a Sentinel-class cutter, serving in the United States Coast Guard fleet. • Commissioning Year: The vessel was commissioned in 2006, joining the Coast Guard’s efforts in coastal security and law enforcement. • Homeport: USCGC Sea Horse is homeported in Galveston, Texas, a strategic location for missions in the Gulf of Mexico. • Name Significance: The cutter is named "Sea Horse" after the marine animal, representing agility and presence in challenging coastal waters. • Hull Number: The “WPB-87361” indicates it is the 61st boat in the Marine Protector class, with a hull length of 87 feet. • Primary Missions: The Sea Horse’s missions include search and rescue, drug interdiction, migrant interdiction, and homeland security patrols. • Notable Operations: The cutter has participated in major hurricane response operations in the Gulf, including rescue and relief after Hurricane Ike in 2008. • High-Speed Pursuits: The Sea Horse is equipped with a stern-launched pursuit boat, enabling fast response to suspicious vessels and efficient boarding operations. • Crew: The standard crew consists of 10 personnel, fostering a close-knit, highly trained team environment aboard the vessel. • Community Engagement: The cutter actively participates in community outreach and Coast Guard Days, hosting tours for local residents and students in Galveston to promote maritime safety awareness.