Coast Guard warns against improper use of Channel 16, New York NY
Other CrimesThe Coast Guard issued a warning to mariners to use Channel 16 only for hailing and distress calls. They reminded that routine communications and radio checks should be done on other working frequencies. The Coast Guard also stated that making false distress calls is a felony offense.
Audio|Source: Northern NJ and NY City Area Marine
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Transcript:
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All Mariners are reminded that Channel 16[1] is an international hailing and distress frequency only.
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Radio checks conversations with other vessels and bridge tenders shall be conducted on a working frequency and not Channel 16[1].
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Channel 16[1] must be kept clear for hailing and distress purposes only.
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Any individual who woefully communicates a false distress message to the Coast Guard or calls the Coast Guard to initiate.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
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Channel 16: International VHF distress, safety, and calling frequency (156.8 MHz)
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New York Harbor, United States
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