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Coast Guard Revises Safety Zone Regulations for Annual Marine Events in Duluth Zone

This regulatory action from the U.S. Coast Guard revises safety zone regulations for recurring annual marine events in the Captain of the Port Duluth Zone. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port Duluth Zone, Marine Safety Unit Duluth - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement opportunity - No products or equipment are being requested or purchased - Service/Regulatory Action: - Enforcement of safety zones for annual marine events (e.g., fireworks displays, regattas) in various Great Lakes locations - Safety zones are established to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment during these events - Entry into safety zones is prohibited without authorization from the Captain of the Port or designated representatives - Geographic flexibility is allowed for enforcement locations, with advance public notification of specific times and places - Notable Requirements: - Enforcement periods are brief and occur around event dates - Locations include Hancock, Ashland, Bayfield, Cornucopia, Duluth, LaPointe, Two Harbors, and Superior - No procurement, contract value, or product/service line items are associated with this rule

Description

The Coast Guard is revising existing regulations for recurring safety zones in the Captain of the Port Duluth Zone to allow limited geographic flexibility in the location of recurring safety zones for certain annual marine events. This rule permits the Captain of the Port Marine Safety Unit Duluth to provide notification of enforcement of safety zones near published coordinates rather than at a fixed point. The safety zones protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from hazards associated with these events. Enforcement dates and times will be announced in advance through notifications and broadcast notices. The rule is effective August 14, 2026.

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