Coast Guard sets temporary safety zone for fireworks in Laguna Madre
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The Coast Guard is creating a temporary safety zone around a barge launching fireworks in the Laguna Madre near South Padre Island, Texas. The restricted area covers all navigable waters within a 700-foot radius of the launch point at coordinates 26 degrees 6 minutes 2.1 seconds North, 97 degrees 10 minutes 17.7 seconds West.
Why it matters: This is a routine safety measure to prevent injuries from falling fireworks debris and explosions, and to keep vessels out of the blast radius. It ensures that recreational boaters do not accidentally drift into the danger zone during displays. The impact is limited to immediate maritime traffic near the launch site on specific evenings.
Who it affects
- Recreational boaters and swimmers in the Laguna Madre near South Padre Island
This final rule was published by the U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security, in the Federal Register on June 8, 2026; check the original document for full regulatory text and contact details.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document