Keweenaw Waterway Locks Down for Bridgefest Sparks
Published Date: 5/5/2026
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Summary
On June 13, 2026, from 10 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., the Coast Guard is setting up a temporary safety zone on the Keweenaw Waterway in Hancock, MI, to keep everyone safe during the Bridgefest Regatta Fireworks. Boats and people can’t enter the zone unless they get special permission. This quick action helps protect folks, vessels, and the environment without any extra costs or delays.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Temporary Waterway Access Ban for Fireworks
If you plan to be on the Keweenaw Waterway in Hancock, MI, you may not enter the area within a radius of 1120 feet from the fireworks launch site at position 47°07'22" N, 088°24'56" W on June 13, 2026, from 10:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Entry is prohibited unless you get specific authorization from the Captain of the Port Marine Safety Unit Duluth or their designated representative; to request permission, contact them on VHF-FM channel 16.
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