The Coast Guard has implemented a new rule imposing a 48-hour time limit for vessels anchoring in Anchorage Area (B) at Bolivar Roads near Galveston, Texas, effective March 3, 2021. This rule aligns Anchorage Area (B) with the same time restrictions already applied to Areas (A) and (C). The change comes in response to extended anchoring times causing congestion and safety concerns, impacting commerce. Vessels can request longer anchoring permission from the Captain of the Port Houston-Galveston through the Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service if needed due to bad weather or other circumstances.
Simple Explanation
The Coast Guard made a rule that says boats can only park in one part of a water area near Galveston, Texas, for up to 48 hours so that other boats can have a chance to park too. If the weather is really bad, boats can ask for more time by talking to the person in charge.