Coast Guard Locks Down Lake for Epic Fireworks Spectacle
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 the area unless they get special permission. This keeps everyone safe during the event and affects anyone planning to be on the water that day.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Temporary Rainy Lake Safety Zone
You cannot enter the waters of Rainy Lake near Ranier Beach Park on August 9, 2025 during a fireworks display unless you have permission. The Coast Guard would prohibit persons and vessels from being in the safety zone unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Marine Safety Unit Duluth or a designated representative.
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