Coast Guard July 13, 2023 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary special local regulation for certain waters of Back River. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters, located in Baltimore County, MD, during a high-speed power boat event, which will either take place as scheduled (on July 15, 2023) or on an alternate date (July 16, 2023), in case of inclement weather. This rule prohibits persons and vessels from being in the regulated area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Maryland-National Capital Region or the Coast Guard Event Patrol Commander.

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for navigable waters on Lake St. Clair in Chesterfield, MI. The safety zone is necessary and intended to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards associated with fireworks displays created by the Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Detroit, or his designated representative.