Federal Register #2026-09391

Coast Guard Enforcement of Safety Zones for Events in Philadelphia, PA and Tampa, FL

This notice announces the U.S. Coast Guard's enforcement of temporary safety zones for public events in Philadelphia, PA, and Tampa, FL. - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard - Offices: Sector Delaware Bay (Philadelphia) and Sector St. Petersburg (Tampa) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved; this is a regulatory enforcement action, not a procurement. - Services Provided: - Enforcement of a safety zone on the Delaware River near Penns Landing, Philadelphia, PA, during a fireworks display - Enforcement of a safety zone in Seddon Channel, Tampa, FL, during the Special Operation Forces Week Conference - No products, part numbers, or commercial services are being requested or procured - Notable Requirements: - Vessel operators must comply with Coast Guard directions during enforcement periods - Safety zones are established to protect life and property during public events - Locations: - Delaware River adjacent to Penns Landing, Philadelphia, PA - Seddon Channel, Tampa, FL

Description

The Coast Guard will enforce a safety zone for a fireworks display on May 12, 2026, in Philadelphia, PA, to ensure safety on navigable waterways during the event. The regulated area is specified in the USCG East District regulations and includes all waters of the Delaware River adjacent to Penns Landing within a 500-feet radius of the fireworks barge position. Vessel operators in the area must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign during the enforcement period from 8:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on May 12, 2026.

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