Coast Guard sets safety zone for 2026 Philadelphia fireworks

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone on the Delaware River for the Cooper Foundation Fireworks Display scheduled for September 18, 2026. This action defines the specific area where vessel traffic will be restricted during the event.

Why it matters: This is a routine administrative action. It does not change any permanent laws or regulations; it simply applies existing safety protocols to a specific, scheduled event. The practical impact is limited to the few hours on that specific date when boats in that section of the river must obey Coast Guard orders.

Who it affects

• Vessel operators planning to be on the Delaware River near Philadelphia on September 18, 2026

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This information comes from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Coast Guard, published in the Federal Register; readers should check the original document for the precise geographic coordinates of the zone.

Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document