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Federal Register #USCG-2026-1295
Temporary Coast Guard safety zone for an open-water swim in Zach’s Bay
Posted
October 22, 2026
Identifier
USCG-2026-1295
The U.S. Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for an open-water swim in Zach’s Bay, New York. - Government buyer: U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security; Captain of the Port, Sector Long Island Sound, or a designated representative administers the zone. - Location and purpose: Navigable waters of Zach’s Bay near Jones Beach State Park in Wantagh, Nassau County, New York; the zone is intended to protect swimmers, event personnel, vessels, and the marine environment. - Restriction: Entry into the restricted waters is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port or a designated representative. - Procurement status: This is a temporary safety-zone rule, not a procurement. No OEMs, vendors, products, or services are requested.
Description
The U.S. Coast Guard establishes a temporary safety zone in certain navigable waters of Zach’s Bay near Wantagh, New York. The zone protects swimmers, personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from hazards associated with the rescheduled swim event at Jones Beach State Park. Entry into the zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Long Island Sound, or a designated representative. The rule is enforced October 24, 2026, from 6:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m.