Rainy Lake Fireworks Bring Temporary Coast Guard Boating Restrictions
Published Date: 6/4/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard wants to create a temporary safety zone on Rainy Lake near Ranier Beach Park for a fireworks show on August 9, 2025. Boats and people won’t be allowed in this zone unless they get special permission, keeping everyone safe from fireworks hazards. If you have thoughts, you can share them by July 7, 2025—no fees or costs involved, just safety first!
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
200‑yard Safety Zone — No Entry
You may not enter the safety zone on Rainy Lake within a 200‑yard radius of the fireworks barge at 48°37'04" N, 093°20'52" W from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on August 9, 2025 unless the Captain of the Port Marine Safety Unit Duluth (COTP) or a designated representative authorizes you. The rule applies to all navigable waters from surface to bottom inside that radius and is intended to protect people from fireworks hazards.
Permission to Enter Via VHF Channel 16
If you need to be in the safety zone during the enforcement period, you must get permission from the COTP or the COTP's designated representative by contacting them on VHF Channel 16 and comply with any lawful orders. Those granted permission must follow directions from Coast Guard personnel enforcing the zone.
Coast Guard Finds No Significant Small‑Entity Cost
The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this proposed safety zone would not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities (small businesses, small non‑profits, or jurisdictions under 50,000 population). If you believe your small business or organization would be significantly affected, you may submit a comment explaining how and to what degree.
Limited Disruption — Vessels Can Transit Around Zone
The Coast Guard states vessel traffic would be able to safely transit around the safety zone, which affects a small designated area of Rainy Lake for 3 hours during the evening when vessel traffic is normally low. This is intended to limit disruption to navigation while ensuring public safety during the fireworks display.
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