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Federal Register #2026-14645
Coast Guard Enforcement of Safety Zones for Beaufort Water Festival and Seattle Fleet Week
Posted
July 21, 2026
Identifier
2026-14645
This announcement details the U.S. Coast Guard's enforcement of special local regulations and safety zones for two major marine events: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Enforcement by Captain of the Port, Sector Charleston (Beaufort, SC) and Sector Puget Sound (Seattle, WA) - Events Covered: - Beaufort Water Festival (Beaufort, South Carolina) - Regulated area: all waters 200 yards from the seawall at Waterfront Park, from Ladys Island Bridge to Spanish Point - Vessel operators must comply with Coast Guard directions - Fleet Week Maritime Festival Parade of Ships (Seattle, Washington) - Temporary safety zone: 100 yards from Pier 66, Elliott Bay - Entry restrictions enforced by Coast Guard - No OEMs, vendors, or procurement of products/services are involved - These actions are regulatory for public safety during marine events, not procurement opportunities
Description
The Coast Guard will enforce special local regulations for the Beaufort Water Festival event from July 17, 2026, through July 26, 2026, to ensure safety on the navigable waterway during this event. The regulation identifies the regulated area in Beaufort, SC. During enforcement, vessel operators in the regulated area must follow directions from the Captain of the Port, Sector Charleston, or their designated representative. Enforcement will occur daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the event period.