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The Coast Guard is proposing a temporary safety zone in Corpus Christi Bay and the Corpus Christi Ship Channel during an airshow from April 29 to May 2, 2021. This is to ensure the safety of people and vessels on the water, and no vessel or person will be allowed in the safety zone without permission. The zone will be in effect from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day of the event. The Coast Guard invites public comments on this proposal to help shape the outcome of the rulemaking.

The Coast Guard has announced it will enforce a safety zone on the Mississippi River in New Orleans for the Crescent City Countdown Club's New Year's fireworks display. This safety zone will be in effect from 11:30 p.m. on December 31, 2024, to 12:30 a.m. on January 1, 2025, to ensure safety during the event. During this period, entry into the zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port or a designated representative. Notices about this enforcement will also be communicated via the Marine Safety Information Bulletin and Broadcast Notice to Mariners.

The Coast Guard is proposing a rule to set up a safety zone in Cocos Lagoon, Guam, specifically for the annual Cocos Crossing swim event. This zone will be in place to ensure the safety of participants and will cover all navigable waters within 100 yards of the race participants. Only race participants, chase boats, and event organizers will be allowed in this area. Others are prohibited from entering unless they have permission from the Captain of the Port of Guam. The Coast Guard is seeking public comments on this proposal.

The Coast Guard has implemented a temporary safety zone around the Main Street Bridge over the Erie Canal in North Tonawanda, NY, to protect personnel and vessels from the dangers of falling debris during a fireworks display. This safety zone, effective from 11:45 p.m. on December 31, 2024, until 1:15 a.m. on January 1, 2025, prohibits entry unless permission is granted by the Captain of the Port. The decision was made without prior public comment due to the urgency of the situation. The rule is not expected to significantly impact small businesses or the environment, as it lasts only 1.5 hours and coincides with a time when canal traffic is minimal.

The Coast Guard will enforce a safety zone in the Suisun Bay near Concord, California, from December 12 to December 19, 2024, to support explosive handling operations at the Military Ocean Terminal Concord (MOTCO). This safety measure is important to protect people, ships, and the marine environment from potential explosions. The safety zone is open for transitory use, but vessel operators wanting to anchor must get permission from the Captain of the Port San Francisco. Notifications about the enforcement will also be provided through Broadcast Notice to Mariners.

The Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, will enforce a safety zone on the Sacramento River near the Tower Bridge during the Sacramento New Year's Eve Fireworks Display on December 31, 2024, from 8:45 p.m. to 9:20 p.m. This safety measure is to protect people and the environment from the risks of fireworks. Unauthorized people and vessels are not allowed in the zone unless they get permission from the Patrol Commander or other law enforcement agencies present. If it’s safe, the Patrol Commander might allow vessels to pass through during this time.

The Coast Guard is creating a temporary safety zone in the San Francisco Bay near Pier 15 for fireworks displays scheduled on several dates in 2025. This zone, effective from March 28 to May 3, will be in place during specified times to keep people and boats safe from potential hazards caused by the fireworks. Only those with special permission from the Coast Guard's Captain of the Port are allowed to enter the zone during the fireworks display times. The rule is not expected to significantly affect small businesses or the environment, as it lasts for a limited duration and at specific times.

The Coast Guard has extended the timeframe for a temporary safety zone around the Kernwood Avenue Bridge, located between Salem and Beverly, Massachusetts, due to ongoing repair work. The zone will now be in effect until November 30, 2025. This safety zone is designed to protect people, boats, and the surrounding environment from possible risks during the bridge repairs. Generally, individuals or vessels cannot enter this zone unless they have special permission from the Captain of the Port Boston. The public is encouraged to comment on this rule by March 31, 2025.