The US Coast Guard Station Honolulu and Air Station Barbers Point escorted the sailing vessel Phoenix into Honolulu Harbor after a 25-day journey across the Pacific. The vessel, which left Oregon, arrived in Hawaii with two passengers: Oliver Widger and his cat, Phoenix. They were accompanied by a 45-foot Response Boat Medium and an MH-65 Dolphin Helicopter, as stated by the U.S. Coast Guard Hawaii Pacific.
The U.S. Coast Guard Hawaii Pacific reported on the voyage of the Phoenix. Chief Petty Officer Justin Starks, officer in charge at Station Honolulu, said, "Oliver’s journey highlights the critical importance of having properly functioning safety equipment onboard any vessel undertaking a long voyage." The report emphasized the importance of proper safety equipment for all sea travel.
According to the U.S. Coast Guard Hawaii Pacific on their Instagram page, Widger and his cat completed a long ocean journey aboard the vessel Phoenix, which was escorted into harbor by the Coast Guard. The voyage required careful planning and preparation. The Coast Guard continues to provide support and safety for mariners, emphasizing the importance of proper equipment and readiness for unpredictable sea conditions.
