LORSTA Shoal Cove (U.S. Coast Guard) Accent Coffee Mug

LORSTA Shoal Cove (U.S. Coast Guard) The LORSTA Shoal Cove refers to a coastal surveillance and navigation system used by the United States Coast Guard. LORSTA, an acronym for Long Range Navigation Aids to Surface Vessels, is a type of buoy designed to provide positioning information to ships at sea. The Shoal Cove specific LORSTA system is strategically positioned in coastal areas to aid maritime safety and navigation, particularly around shoals or shallow waters where accurate positioning is crucial. These buoys utilize advanced technology, such as Global Positioning System (GPS) and Automatic Identification System (AIS), to transmit real-time data to ships and Coast Guard vessels for efficient and safe navigation. The LORSTA Shoal Cove system contributes significantly to the U.S. Coast Guard's mission of ensuring maritime safety, security, and stewardship of the nation's waterways.