WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Coast Guard has issued a rule called: Safety Zones; Potomac River, Woodbridge VA to District of Columbia.
The rule was published in the Federal Register on June 29 by Patrick C. Burkett, Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port, Sector Maryland-National Capital Region.
Summary: The Coast Guard is establishing temporary safety zones of 100 yards around any vessel employed in the loading, transit, or set up of the Salute to America Fireworks Show. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards associated with an overwater fireworks display. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port...