🎆Safety Zone Enforcement for Fireworks Display at The Wharf, DC
Safety Zone; Fireworks Displays Within the Fifth Coast Guard District; The Wharf, Washington, DC
Summary
The Coast Guard will enforce a safety zone for a fireworks display at "The Wharf DC," in Washington, DC, to provide for the safety of life on navigable waterways during this event. Our regulation, "Safety Zones; Fireworks Displays within the Fifth Coast Guard District," identifies the precise location. During the enforcement period, vessels may not enter, remain in, or transit through the safety zone unless authorized to do so by the COTP or his representative, and vessels in the vicinity must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign.
Agencies
- Homeland Security Department
- Coast Guard
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The enforcement of a safety zone for fireworks displays affects local businesses reliant on waterfront access, potentially limiting operations and requiring compliance with regulatory restrictions. This directly impacts business owners and executives in sectors related to event management and maritime activities.