By Zoila Palma: The Belize Coast Guard (BCG) informed that on Friday, November 6, 2026, in collaboration with the Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE) Rangers, they conducted a joint maritime enforcement patrol near Corona Reef, along Belize’s southern maritime border with Guatemala.
During the operation, the joint patrol located and removed 3 illegal gillnets, fishing gear prohibited in Belizean waters.
“Their removal represents another important effort to combat illegal fishing and protect Belize’s valuable marine resources.
The patrol also detected a suspicious vessel and initiated a pursuit. The vessel evaded interception and was visually observed entering Guatemalan waters, prompting the patrol to discontinue the pursuit,” the Belize Coast Guard explained.
The BCG says that this latest incident highlights the persistent challenges of maritime enforcement along Belize’s southern border and the importance of maintaining a vigilant presence to deter illegal activities and safeguard our maritime interests.
The Belize Coast Guard commended its personnel and the TIDE Rangers for their vigilance, professionalism and continued commitment to protecting Belize’s maritime domain.
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By Zoila Palma: The Belize Coast Guard (BCG) informed that on Friday, November 6, 2026, in collaboration with the Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE) Rangers, they conducted a joint maritime enforcement patrol near Corona Reef, along Belize’s southern maritime border with Guatemala. During the operation, the joint patrol located and removed 3 illegal
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