Over the ensuing days, "Worcester" patrolled off the coast with TG 95.2. She relieved "Helena" in her fire support duties at 0600 on 24 September, freeing the heavy cruiser to proceed to Sasebo. While her own helicopter was aloft providing anti-submarine screening, "Worcester" commenced firing at 0805, shelling nine North Korean troop concentrations ashore. Directed by Korean Military Advisory Group (KMAG) personnel ashore, "Worcester" delivered call-fire throughout the day with pinpoint accuracy at troop concentrations and command posts. Relieved by as fire support ship, "Worcester" patrolled in company with to seaward of the fire support area for the night.