Coast Guard Proposes Strict Security Zone Around Mar-A-Lago in Palm Beach
Published Date: 7/10/2025
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Summary
The Coast Guard wants to tighten rules around a security zone near Mar-A-Lago and the Southern Boulevard Bridge in Palm Beach, FL. When the 'East Zone' is active, no one can enter or stay in the area without special permission. This change helps keep everyone safe from potential threats and accidents, and they’re asking for your thoughts before making it official.
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Boaters barred from East Zone when active
When the "East Zone" is active, no person or vessel may enter, transit, anchor in, or remain within the waters near the Mar‑A‑Lago Club and the Southern Boulevard Bridge in Palm Beach, FL unless authorized by the Captain of the Port (COTP) Miami or a designated representative. This rule would stop boaters and other people from using that water area whenever the East Zone is enforced.
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