Proposed Safety Zone on James River for Richmond Fireworks Display
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The Coast Guard is proposing a temporary safety zone on the James River in Richmond, Virginia, in response to a fireworks display planned by the Virginia Museum of History and Culture on June 13, 2026.
Why it matters: This action is a routine safety measure for a one-hour fireworks event. It restricts boat traffic in a small section of the river for one night. The Coast Guard indicates that vessel traffic is normally low during this time and that the impact is limited. The effect is narrow and temporary.
Who it affects
- Boat operators and mariners navigating the James River near the fireworks site on June 13, 2026.
The U.S. Coast Guard published this proposed rule in the Federal Register; check the original document and docket USCG-2026-0405 for details before relying on this summary.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document