Federal Register #USCG-2026-0699

Coast Guard Establishes Temporary Safety Zones for Fireworks Displays in NJ and PA

This notice details a regulatory action by the U.S. Coast Guard to establish temporary safety zones for fireworks displays in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Coast Guard - Captain of the Port, Sector Delaware Bay - No procurement of products or services is involved; this is a regulatory safety measure. - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are referenced. - Services Provided: - Enforcement of a temporary safety zone within 250 yards of the fireworks launch at Mayo Park, Toms River, Beachwood, NJ - Enforcement of a temporary safety zone within 300 yards of a barge-based fireworks launch near Pleasant Hill Park, Delaware River, Philadelphia, PA - Purpose: - To protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from hazards associated with fireworks displays - Restricts entry of vessels and persons into the designated zones during specified times unless authorized by the Captain of the Port - Notable Requirements: - Safety zones are strictly for marine safety and navigation during the fireworks events - No acquisition, contracting, or procurement activity is associated with this notice

Description

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for waters of the Toms River, near Mayo Park, in Beachwood, NJ, for a land-based fireworks display. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards created by the fireworks display. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Delaware Bay (COTP). The safety zone will be enforced from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4, 2026, or during those hours on a rain date of July 5, 2026.

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