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FPTower Inc. In the News:
FPTower Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing maritime safety, fostering marine science through collaborative partnerships, and inspiring ocean discovery.
Our mission-driven work helps:
Advance
Advancing maritime safety by placing U Safe Rescue devices in the hands of rescue organizations to protect lives in harsh coastal waters while keeping rescue workers safe.
Connect
Bringing educators, researchers, students, and communities together to create opportunities that enable through marine research studies and data-driven coastal observation technology making it accessible to everyone.
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Coastal Watch Network is about ocean discovery through livestreaming technology, AI-assisted environmental insights, research, education, and real-world experiences.
Creating Lasting Coastal Impact.
FPTower Inc. to Present U SAFE® Remote-Controlled
A Legacy That Lives On: The Story of Frying Pan
FPTower Inc. Expands Mission Following Ownership
Sunset Beach FD receives donation of lifesaving
Southport to receive donated water rescue device
FPTower Inc. Launches 2026 “Save A Life” Raffle to
FPTower Inc.
- July 1, 2026 | Frying Pan Shoals Light Tower Ownership Transition
- June 17, 2026 | FPTower Inc. Donates Life-Saving U SAFE Rescue Device to Ocean Isle Beach and Sunset Beach Communities
- June 1, 2026 | FPTower Inc. Donates U Safe Buoy to City of Southport
- January 17, 2024 | Silfab Solar Donates Solar Panels for Frying Pan Tower Restoration Project
- January 10, 2024 | Raffle For Restoration: Transforming Frying Pan Tower's Future
Viral sensation Frying Pan Tower flag up for auction after Florence
October 1, 2018
Source: The Charlotte Observer
American flag that survived Hurricane Florence as millions watched live on camera while flying on Frying Pan Tower was auctioned to raise money for the American Red Cross to support victims of Hurricane Florence.
Frying Pan Tower flag auctioned off for nearly $11K to benefit Hurricane Florence victims
October 1, 2018
Source: WTVD | ABC News 11 | Southport, NC
The American flag that once sat on top of the Frying Pan Tower has been auctioned off to help the victims of Hurricane Florence.
COVID-19 – Social Distancing from the Middle of the Atlantic Ocean
April 23, 2020
Source: Weather.com
Richard Neal decided to self-isolate and work from home by moving into his ocean getaway office. It just happens that it’s 85 feet up, surrounded by sharks and 30 miles out to sea.