Years of prep: How security teams are securing Sail250

Coast Guard urges boaters to follow safety rules during Sail250 Parade of Sail

As Sail250 kicks off in Norfolk, the U.S. Coast Guard urges boaters to adhere to safety guidelines as historic tall ships move through the Elizabeth River.

Sail250 brings history home to Norfolk

Festival celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with historic tall ships in Norfolk, featuring a Parade of Sail, Blue Angels flyover, and maritime heritage festivities.

Years of prep: How security teams are securing Sail250

As Hampton Roads prepares to host Sail250 this summer, thousands of visitors are expected to line the waterfront for a week of tall ships, fireworks, and air shows.Behind the scenes, law enforcement agencies have spent years preparing for the massive event.The sights and sounds of Sail250 are expected to draw historic crowds to the region. But while visitors focus on the celebration, security teams have been planning the logistics for more than …