Special Local Regulation; 4th of July Fireworks, East River and Upper New York Bay, Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn, NY
Published Date: 4/6/2026
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Summary
The Coast Guard is planning new safety rules for the 4th of July fireworks in New York Harbor to keep boats safe around the fireworks barges. These rules will limit where boats can go before, during, and after the show, especially near the launch sites on the East River and Upper New York Bay. If you boat there, watch for these changes and get ready to follow the new zones starting in 2026—no fees, just safer waters!
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