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Channel 16 is international distress and hailing—keep brief calls, switch to working channels after contact. False or chatter delays real Mayday traffic. Monitor when underway in summer boat traffic.
Sources: U.S. Coast Guard · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
