🚢Coast Guard Enforcement of Safety Zones in Northern Great Lakes
Safety Zones; Recurring Safety Zones in Captain of the Port Northern Great Lakes Zone
Summary
The Coast Guard will enforce various safety zones for maritime events in the Captain of the Port Northern Great Lakes zone. Enforcement of these safety zones is necessary to protect the safety of life and property on the navigable waters immediately prior to, during, and immediately after these events. During each enforcement period, the Coast Guard will enforce restrictions upon, and control movement of, vessels in the specified areas immediately prior to, during, and immediately after events. During each enforcement period, no person or vessel may enter the respective safety zone without permission of the Captain of the Port Northern Great Lakes or his designated representative.
Agencies
- Homeland Security Department
- Coast Guard
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The enforcement of safety zones during maritime events directly affects vessel operations, requiring compliance from business owners operating in affected areas. Restrictions limit access to navigable waters, impacting logistics and operations of businesses reliant on maritime transportation.