Coast Guard Blocks River for West Virginia Fireworks
Published Date: 6/8/2026
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Summary
On June 27, 2026, the Coast Guard will set up a temporary safety zone on the Monongahela River near Rivesville, WV, from mile marker 122 to 122.5, to keep everyone safe during a fireworks show. Boats and people can’t enter this area between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. unless they get special permission. This quick action helps protect lives and the environment without costing anyone extra money.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
River closure for fireworks display
If you operate a boat or are on the Monongahela River near Rivesville, WV, you may not enter the navigable waters between mile marker 122 and 122.5 on June 27, 2026 from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. unless the Captain of the Port Pittsburgh or a designated representative specifically authorizes you. To seek permission, contact the Captain of the Port on VHF-FM channel 16 or by telephone at (412) 670-4288.
Safety and environmental protection during fireworks
The Coast Guard established this safety zone to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment during an overwater fireworks display on June 27, 2026 from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. The Captain of the Port determined hazards exist for anyone within a half mile of the fireworks launch area and issued the zone to reduce those risks.
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