Coast Guard closes part of Lake Erie near Hamburg for military drills
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The Coast Guard is creating a temporary safety zone in Lake Erie waters off Hamburg, New York. This area covers a one-nautical-mile radius around specific coordinates and will be closed to all vessel traffic during set hours on June 3 and June 4, 2026.
Why it matters: This rule restricts recreational boating and other marine traffic in a specific section of Lake Erie for two days to allow military personnel to conduct safety drills without interference. While the geographic impact is limited, it removes access to that water area during enforcement hours.
Who it affects
- Recreational boaters and mariners planning to navigate Lake Erie near Hamburg, NY on June 3–4, 2026
This rule was issued by the Department of Homeland Security, Coast Guard, and published in the Federal Register; verify details with the original document before making travel plans.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document