Coast Guard Establishes Temporary Safety Zones for Portland Fireworks in May 2026
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The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone on the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon, for the Portland Rose Festival fireworks displays. The zone covers all navigable waters within a 450-yard radius of the launch site between the Hawthorne and Morrison bridges. It is in effect on May 22 and May 30, 2026, from 8:50 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. each night.
Why it matters: This is a routine maritime safety measure. It keeps spectators, boaters, and emergency responders clear of falling fireworks, debris, and blast zones during the displays. The restriction is narrow and temporary, so it does not disrupt general river traffic outside the specified dates and times.
Who it affects
- Boaters and commercial vessels operating on the Willamette River near downtown Portland on the specified dates and times
This rule was published by the U.S. Coast Guard, Sector Columbia River, in the Federal Register; verify the exact coordinates, contact procedures, and enforcement dates in the original document before relying on it.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document