USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; Greater Bath Foundation Fireworks Display, Bath Creek, Bath, NC

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Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone around Bath Creek in Bath, North Carolina for a fireworks display organized by the Greater Bath Foundation. This means boats and people will be restricted from entering certain areas of the water during the event to prevent injuries and accidents.

Key Points

  • 1A safety zone is being created in Bath Creek to protect people during a fireworks display event
  • 2Boats and watercraft will be prohibited from entering the restricted area during the fireworks show
  • 3The restriction applies to the area directly around where the fireworks will be launched
  • 4This is a temporary measure that only applies during the scheduled fireworks event
  • 5The Coast Guard is enforcing these restrictions to prevent boat accidents and injuries to people on the water

Impact Assessment

If you operate a boat or plan to use Bath Creek during the fireworks event, you will be restricted from entering the designated safety zone to prevent injuries and accidents.

Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
ConsumersTransportation CompaniesSmall Businesses

Key Dates

Published

April 23, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
33 CFR Part 133 CFR Part 3

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