Federal Register #2026-17978

Temporary Safety Zones for Fireworks and Kayak Race Events in MI and MD

This notice announces the establishment of temporary safety zones by the U.S. Coast Guard for two public events in navigable waters: - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Coast Guard - Offices: Captain of the Port Detroit and Captain of the Port Sector Maryland-National Capital Region - Events and Locations: - Fireworks launch at Lake St. Clair, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI - Kayak race (Bay Bridge Paddle) in Chesapeake Bay near Annapolis, MD, adjacent to the William P. Lane Jr. Memorial Bridges - Purpose: - To restrict unauthorized vessel and person entry for safety and environmental protection during the events - Enforcement Details: - Lake St. Clair: Safety zone within a 560-foot radius of the fireworks launch site - Chesapeake Bay: Safety zone adjacent to Sandy Point State Park and the bridge spans - Entry into these zones is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port or their designated representative - No OEMs, vendors, products, or services are being procured; this is a regulatory action, not a procurement opportunity

Description

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone in the navigable waters of the Chesapeake Bay near Annapolis, MD, adjacent to the shoreline at Sandy Point State Park and the spans of the William P. Lane Jr. Memorial Bridges. This safety zone is to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment during a kayak race scheduled for September 13, 2026. Entry into the zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port or their designated representative. The safety zone will be enforced from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the event day.

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