Federal Register #2026-13253

Coast Guard Establishes Temporary Safety Zones for Fireworks and Air Show in Michigan City, IN and Traverse City, MI

This notice details a regulatory action by the U.S. Coast Guard to establish temporary safety zones for fireworks displays and an air show in Michigan City, Indiana, and Traverse City, Michigan. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Offices: Captain of the Port, Sector Lake Michigan and Sector Northern Great Lakes - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are involved - No products or commercial services are being procured - Action involves establishment and enforcement of temporary safety zones: - Michigan City, IN: 800-foot radius on Lake Michigan and Michigan City Harbor during fireworks - Traverse City, MI: West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay during fireworks and air show - Purpose: Protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from hazards associated with fireworks and air show - Entry into the safety zones is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Coast Guard - This is a regulatory safety measure, not a procurement or contracting opportunity

Description

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for navigable waters on a portion of Lake Michigan and the Michigan City Harbor in Michigan City, Indiana. This safety zone is necessary to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards created by a fireworks display. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Lake Michigan, or their designated representative. The safety zone will be enforced from 8:45 p.m. through 9:45 p.m. on July 4, 2026, covering an 800-foot radius around the fireworks launch position.

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