Coast Guard Secures Lake for Water Ski Show Safety
Published Date: 8/1/2025
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Summary
On August 10, 2025, the Coast Guard will set up a special safety zone at Sylvan Beach for the Ski Show to keep everyone safe on the water. Boat operators in the area must follow instructions from Coast Guard officials during the event. This temporary rule helps protect people without costing boaters extra money or causing long delays.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Temporary Sylvan Beach Safety Zone
On August 10, 2025, the Coast Guard will establish a temporary safety zone at Sylvan Beach, NY for the Ski Show. During enforcement periods, any vessel in the regulated area must follow directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign.
No Extra Cost or Major Delays Promised
The Coast Guard states the temporary rule for the Ski Show on August 10, 2025 will protect people on the water without costing boaters extra money or causing long delays. This applies to the enforcement periods during that event at Sylvan Beach, NY.
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