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Japan Coast Guard (JCG) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has conducted the advisory service for improving oil spill response capabilities for SLCG through the phase I project from 2015- 2017( Basic coastal oil spill response training up to tier 1) and the phase II project from 2019 – 2021 ( Oil spill response skills at sea by boat).

May 06, 2022

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One thousand and six hundred three (1603) turtle hatchlings have been hatched out from 1903 turtle eggs conserved in various parts of the Island under the Coast Guard Turtle Conservation Projects (CGTCP). They have been safely released into the sea in recent days and this rare events have caught the eyes of many foreigners and civilians in the area. The CGTCP takes every effort to conserve turtle eggs in or around their natural nest cages to ensure safety and natural habitat, and only conserves them in protected areas when natural nest are threatened.

Apr 25, 2022

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A joint lifesaving training course was conducted to improve interoperability among service personnel to act in collaboration for ensuring water safety and drowning prevention in the country. The training course was concluded in a charming ceremony on 12th April at Coast Guard Life Saving Training School Balapitiya (LSTS Balapitiya).

Apr 15, 2022

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The Life Savers attached to Coast Guard Life Saving Post, Hikkaduwa rescued three Russian nationals, during a successful rescue attempt on 12th April 2022. A 39 years old male, 37 years old lady and 13 years old boy were rescued whilst drowning and dragging away by currents near Hikkaduwa beach.

Apr 14, 2022

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