# 2026-15535: Coast Guard seals Ohio River for WV fireworks extravaganza

2026-15535, Safety Zone; Fireworks Display, Ohio River, Follansbee, WV, is a Federal Register rule from Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard published 2026-07-31, effective 2026-08-01 (as of 2026-08-07).

- Canonical: https://policyrisk.com/federal-register/2026-15535
- As of: 2026-08-07
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## Facts
- Document number: 2026-15535
- Title: Safety Zone; Fireworks Display, Ohio River, Follansbee, WV
- Type: Rule
- Agencies: Homeland Security Department; Coast Guard
- Citation: 91 FR 48257
- Published: 2026-07-31
- Effective: 2026-08-01
- Comments close: not stated
- Significant: no
- Touches household money: no
- Regulation identifier numbers: 1625-AA00
- Last updated: 2026-08-07

## In one line

Coast Guard seals Ohio River for WV fireworks extravaganza

## Summary

On August 1, 2026, from 9:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., the Coast Guard will block off a section of the Ohio River near Follansbee, WV, for a fireworks show. Boats and people can’t enter this safety zone unless they get special permission. This temporary rule keeps everyone safe without costing anyone extra money.

## Abstract

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for the Ohio River on August 1, 2026, from mile marker 70 to mile marker 71, near Follansbee, WV. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards associated with a fireworks display. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh, or their designated representative.

## Effects PRIA read

- Ohio River temporary safety zone: cost, low. You may not enter the Ohio River between mile marker 70 and mile marker 71 near Follansbee, WV on August 1, 2026 from 9:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. unless the Captain of the Port Pittsburgh or their designated representative specifically authorizes you. To request permission, contact the Captain of the P…

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## Sources
- [2026-15535 on federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/31/2026-15535/safety-zone-fireworks-display-ohio-river-follansbee-wv)
- [2026-15535 as published (PDF)](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-31/pdf/2026-15535.pdf)

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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/federal-register/2026-15535 (as of 2026-08-07).