BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND At night, if you see a vessel ahead displaying the lights shown in illustration D070RR below what action should you take?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — stay clear as the vessel is fishing
COLREGS Rule 26 specifies that a fishing vessel displays an all-round red light over a white light. Mariners must recognize this distinct signal and keep clear of commercial fishing apparatus.
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