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The Coast Guard has created a temporary safety zone in Sandusky Bay near the Jackson Street Pier in Sandusky, Ohio. This zone will be in effect from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on December 14, 2024, to protect people and the environment during a fireworks display by the City of Sandusky. People and boats are not allowed to enter this zone unless given explicit permission by the Captain of the Port in Detroit or a designated representative. The rule will ensure safety by preventing possible dangers such as collisions due to falling firework debris.

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 announced the enforcement of a security zone along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers in Washington, DC, from January 18 to January 21, 2025, during the 60th Presidential Inauguration. This zone is meant to protect government officials and enhance safety and security. Entry into the area is prohibited without authorization from the Coast Guard Captain of the Port, unless you're already berthed when the zone comes into effect. The security zone regulations allow exceptions for necessary law enforcement and other authorized personnel.

The Coast Guard has implemented a temporary moving security zone around vessels transporting sensitive cargo in the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and La Quinta Channel, effective from December 1 to December 16, 2024. Entry into this 500-yard security zone is restricted and only permitted with explicit authorization from the Captain of the Port, ensuring the protection of the vessels and surrounding waters from security threats. This rule is not expected to significantly affect small businesses or marine traffic, as most vessels can navigate around the zone. Additionally, the Coast Guard respects First Amendment rights and suggests coordination for protest activities to ensure safety and security.

The Coast Guard has extended temporary safety zones around the waters of Port Arthur Canal by the Golden Pass Liquefied Natural Gas Facility in Sabine Pass, Texas. These safety zones are active during high-pressure tests of pipelines to prevent risks to people and vessels from potential explosions and debris. The rule is in effect from January 20, 2023, until June 30, 2025, and entry into the zones is restricted unless specifically permitted by the Captain of the Port, Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur. This action is intended to ensure safety during the tests without significantly impacting small businesses or causing major environmental effects.

The Coast Guard, as part of the Department of Homeland Security, has established a temporary safety zone on the Potomac River between the 14th Street Bridge and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. This safety zone is in response to a midair collision between a jet and a helicopter near Reagan Washington National Airport, which resulted in the jet landing in the river. The safety zone is effective from February 7 to February 21, 2025, to protect first responders, vessels, and the public from hazards such as debris and jet fuel. Entry into this zone is prohibited without authorization from the Captain of the Port (COTP) Maryland-National Capital Region or their representative.

The Coast Guard has issued a temporary rule to create a safety zone in Queensway Bay, Long Beach, due to a fireworks display on December 31, 2024. This safety zone, in effect from 11 p.m. on December 31, 2024, to 12:30 a.m. on January 1, 2025, restricts entry into the area to protect people and the environment from potential hazards. Vessels and individuals are prohibited from entering the zone without permission from the Captain of the Port Los Angeles-Long Beach or a designated representative. The rule is intended to provide safety while minimizing impact on maritime activities, and the Coast Guard encourages small entities affected by the rule to reach out for assistance if needed.

The Coast Guard is making changes to a temporary safety zone in West Passage, Narragansett Bay, Jamestown, RI. These changes include extending the safety zone's effective period to January 31, 2025, and updating the name of the cable laying vessel involved in operations. This safety zone ensures the safety of personnel and vessels from hazards associated with cable laying. Unauthorized entry into the safety zone is prohibited during active cable operations unless specifically allowed by the Captain of the Port, Sector Southeastern New England.

The Coast Guard is establishing a recurring safety zone in Tanapag Harbor, Saipan, during the Escape from Managaha swim event. This zone is intended to protect participants and vessels from potential hazards caused by vessel traffic in the area. The safety zone will be enforced on a weekend morning between February and April, and only race participants, chase boats, and event organizers will be allowed inside. Vessels wanting to enter must get permission from the Captain of the Port or a designated representative.

The Coast Guard is implementing a temporary safety zone on Lake Erie around the Avon Lake Power Plant in Ohio due to potential hazards from demolition activities. This safety zone, which extends within a 750-yard radius of the plant, will be active on December 19, 2024, with a backup date of December 20, 2024, in case of bad weather. Only personnel and vessels with permission from the Captain of the Port, Eastern Great Lakes, are allowed to enter this area, ensuring the safety of people and the environment.