Safety zone established for fireworks on Ouachita River July 4, 2026
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The Coast Guard is creating a temporary safety zone on the Ouachita River in West Monroe, Louisiana. This zone covers all water from surface to bottom between mile markers 166.5 and 167.5.
Why it matters: This action restricts river traffic in a specific stretch of water for three hours on Independence Day. It is designed to prevent accidents from falling fireworks debris or boat collisions during the display. The effect is limited to that date and location; it does not change long-term navigation rules.
Who it affects
- Boaters and recreational vessel operators on the Ouachita River near West Monroe, LA, between mile markers 166.5 and 167.5 on July 4, 2026.
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.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document