USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; La Pointe Fireworks, La Pointe, WI

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Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone around the La Pointe Fireworks display in La Pointe, Wisconsin to protect people and boats during the fireworks event. This means the Coast Guard will restrict boat traffic and activities in a designated water area during the fireworks show to prevent accidents and injuries.

Key Points

  • 1A specific water area near La Pointe, Wisconsin is designated as a safety zone during the fireworks event
  • 2Boats and personal watercraft are prohibited from entering the safety zone while fireworks are being launched
  • 3The restriction helps prevent injuries from fireworks debris, explosions, or collisions with launch vessels
  • 4People planning to boat or fish in that area during the fireworks display will need to stay outside the marked safety zone
  • 5The Coast Guard will enforce the restriction and may issue citations to violators who enter the prohibited area

Impact Assessment

If you are a recreational boater or water vessel operator, this means you must avoid the designated safety zone around La Pointe during the fireworks event or face potential Coast Guard enforcement action.

Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
ConsumersTransportation Companies

Key Dates

Published

June 4, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
33 CFR Part 1

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.