Coast Guard Locks Down Chesapeake Bay Around Explosive Cargo Ship
Published Date: 9/25/2025
Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard is setting up a temporary safety zone around the M/V W-SAPPHIRE in Chesapeake Bay to keep people and boats safe from explosive cargo risks. No one can enter this 500-yard zone without special permission from the Coast Guard. This rule helps protect everyone nearby during the vessel’s stay, with no cost impact for the public.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
500-yard Safety Zone Around Vessel
The Coast Guard set a temporary safety zone within 500 yards of the M/V W-SAPPHIRE in Chesapeake Bay near Baltimore, MD. No person or vessel may enter this zone unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Maryland-National Capital Region. The rule is described as having no cost impact for the public.
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