Federal Register #USCG-2026-0553

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

This action by the U.S. Coast Guard establishes temporary safety zones for public events in Michigan City, Indiana, and Traverse City, Michigan. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Captain of the Port, Sector Lake Michigan and Sector Northern Great Lakes - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved; this is a regulatory enforcement action - Products/Services Requested: - Establishment and enforcement of temporary safety zones on navigable waters - Michigan City, IN: 800-foot radius safety zone for fireworks display - Traverse City, MI: Safety zone for fireworks and air show - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Safety zones are defined by specific geographic coordinates - Entry is prohibited unless authorized by the Coast Guard - Enforcement is limited to specific one-hour periods during the events - Compliance with Coast Guard orders is mandatory - Communication for entry permission via VHF-FM channel 16 or telephone

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 all navigable waters within an 800-foot radius of the fireworks launch position.

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