Coast Guard safety zones for July 4 fireworks on Potomac and Anacostia rivers
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The U.S. Coast Guard is establishing temporary safety zones around the barges used for the Salute to America 250 fireworks display. These zones cover any area within 100 yards of vessels involved in loading, moving, or setting up the fireworks on the Potomac and Anacostia rivers.
Why it matters: This is an administrative safety measure designed to keep spectators, other boaters, and marine personnel away from falling debris and heavy equipment during fireworks setup. It ensures that only authorized vessels can operate in the immediate vicinity of the show barges.
Who it affects
- Recreational boaters and kayakers on the Potomac River between Woodbridge and Georgetown
This rule was published by the U.S. Coast Guard in the Federal Register; readers should consult the original document for full regulatory text and contact information if they need permission to enter a zone.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document