Coast Guard Seals Off Waters Around Trump's Mar-a-Lago
Published Date: 9/5/2025
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Summary
The Coast Guard is updating rules for 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 the waters safe and could affect boaters anytime the zone is turned on.
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Boaters barred when 'East Zone' active
When the Coast Guard activates the "East Zone," all people and boats are banned from entering, transiting, anchoring in, or staying in the waters near the Mar-a-Lago Club and the Southern Boulevard Bridge in Palm Beach, FL, unless the Captain of the Port Miami (COTP) or a designated representative gives permission. This rule applies to those waters of the Atlantic Ocean near those landmarks whenever the East Zone is turned on.
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