Federal Register #2026-11048

Coast Guard Enforcement of Special Local Regulations for Swim Event in Ponce, Puerto Rico

This notice announces the U.S. Coast Guard's enforcement of special local regulations for the Cruce a Nado Internacional Swim event in Ponce, Puerto Rico. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Purpose: - Enforcement of safety regulations on navigable waters between Cardona Island and Ponce Bay during the swim event - Requirements: - Vessel operators in the regulated area must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign - Entry, transit, anchoring, or remaining within the regulated area is prohibited without approval from the Captain of the Port San Juan or a designated representative - No procurement activity: - No OEMs, vendors, products, or services are being requested or procured - This is a regulatory enforcement action, not a solicitation or contract opportunity - Location: - Enforcement area covers navigable waters between Cardona Island and Ponce Bay, Ponce, Puerto Rico - Period of Enforcement: - Single day, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., during the event

Description

The Coast Guard will enforce special local regulations for the Cruce a Nado Internacional Swim event on September 6, 2026, to ensure safety on the navigable waters between Cardona Island and Ponce Bay, Puerto Rico. During enforcement, vessel operators in the regulated area must follow directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign. No entry, transit, anchoring, or remaining within the regulated area is permitted without approval from the Captain of the Port San Juan or a designated representative. The enforcement will be from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. on September 6, 2026.

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