On April 6, 2026, the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Midgett rescued a family of three in the waters off Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia. The family, a two‑man crew and a woman, had departed Fananu for Murillo on March 30 in a 23‑foot single‑outboard skiff that failed to reach its destination. After a notification of overdue status, the Midgett crew located the skiff at night in rough seas with 10‑foot waves. All survivors were uninjured and were taken to Weno for further transport. The operation involved coordination with the Joint Rescue Sub‑Center Guam, HC‑130 support from Hawaii, and cutter Frederick Hatch from Guam. The rescue highlighted U.S. Coast Guard partnership with Micronesia under the Compact of Free Association.
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