Federal Register #USCG-2026-0303

Coast Guard Proposed Safety Zone Amendments for Fireworks Events in NY and MN

This regulatory action from the U.S. Coast Guard proposes amendments to safety zones for annual fireworks events in navigable waters: - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard - Offices: Captain of the Port Eastern Great Lakes Zone; Marine Safety Unit Duluth - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved; this is not a procurement opportunity - Services/Actions: - Establishment and enforcement of safety zones for fireworks events - Christmas in July Fireworks, Henderson Harbor, NY: 420-foot radius safety zone around fireworks barge - Fireworks Display at Rainy Lake, near Ranier Beach Park, Ranier, MN: 200-yard radius safety zone around fireworks barge - Safety zones restrict vessel and personnel access during event times unless authorized by the Captain of the Port - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with safety zone regulations is mandatory - Vessels may request permission to enter the regulated area during enforcement - No products, part numbers, or quantities are being procured; this is a regulatory safety measure - Locations: - Henderson Harbor, NY (Christmas in July Fireworks) - Rainy Lake near Ranier Beach Park, Ranier, MN (Fireworks Display) - Mackinac Bridge, MI (referenced federal facility, not directly related to these events)

Description

The Coast Guard is proposing to amend the location of a safety zone for certain navigable waters of Henderson Harbor, NY, to correct inaccurate coordinates related to a fireworks display. The safety zone is intended to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from hazards associated with the fireworks. The proposed rule would prohibit persons and vessels from entering the safety zone without authorization from the Captain of the Port, Sector Eastern Great Lakes. Comments on the proposed rule are invited and must be received by June 4, 2026.

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