Sunken Hatch Havoc: Baltimore River Gets Safety Lockdown
Published Date: 8/27/2025
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Summary
The Coast Guard is setting up a safety zone in the Patapsco River near Baltimore to keep boats away from a dangerous submerged hatch cover from the M/V W SAPPHIRE. This zone helps protect rescue teams and keeps everyone safe by stopping unauthorized boats from entering. If you want to enter, you’ll need special permission, and this rule kicks in right away with no extra costs.
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Patapsco River 2,000‑Yd Safety Zone
The Coast Guard has created a safety zone in the Patapsco River in Baltimore within 2,000 yards of latitude 39°12.40' N, longitude 076°31.00' W to protect people and vessels from a submerged hatch cover from the M/V W SAPPHIRE. You may not enter the zone unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port (COTP) Sector Maryland‑National Capital Region or a designated representative; the rule takes effect right away and is stated to have no extra costs.
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