Baltimore Bridge Demolition Gets Coast Guard Safety Bubble Enforcement
Published Date: 7/30/2025
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Summary
The Coast Guard is setting up a safety zone around the Francis Scott Key Bridge on the Patapsco River in Baltimore to keep everyone safe during demolition and construction work. Boats and people can’t enter this zone unless they get special permission. This temporary rule helps protect lives and keeps the waterway safe while the bridge gets fixed up.
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Safety Zone Blocks Patapsco River Access
The Coast Guard created a temporary safety zone around the Francis Scott Key Bridge on the Patapsco River in Baltimore, MD. You and your boat cannot enter that zone during demolition and construction operations unless you get permission from the Captain of the Port, Maryland‑National Capital Region or a designated representative.
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