Question

How many requests for search and rescue assistance did the U.S. Coast Guard respond to in 2013?

Answer 1

Answer: more than 30,000

Explanation:

The U.S. Coast guard has protected the U.S. coastline for centuries. They provide maritime law enforcement, aid navigation, protect the marine environment and most relevantly, embark on search and rescue missions.

The year 2013 saw them respond to more than 30,000 search and rescue missions which enabled them to save over 7,000 lives.