The U.S. Coast Guard sometimes destroys or burns vessels seized during maritime drug interdictions after removing narcotics and detaining occupants to prevent the seized boats from becoming hazards to other mariners.
October 15, 2025
high
operational
Describes a recurring Coast Guard practice used after interdictions to mitigate navigational hazards from seized smuggling vessels.
The U.S. Coast Guard conducts maritime counter-narcotics operations by deploying ships, aircraft, and tactical teams and by collaborating with international partners to interdict vessels transporting drugs from Central and South America.
October 15, 2025
high
operational
General description of assets and international collaboration used in maritime drug interdiction efforts targeting trafficking routes from Central and South America.