Safety Zone for July 4 Fireworks in Vidalia, LA
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The Coast Guard is closing a section of the Lower Mississippi River to boat traffic during a fireworks display in Vidalia, Louisiana. The safety zone covers all water from the surface to the bottom between mile markers 363.5 and 364.5.
Why it matters: This is a temporary safety measure to protect people and property from falling debris or explosions during the fireworks show. It does not change long-term navigation rules or create new permanent regulations.
Who it affects
- Boat operators and mariners navigating the Lower Mississippi River near Vidalia on July 4, 2026.
This final rule was published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Coast Guard, in the Federal Register; readers should consult the original document for full legal details.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document