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Safety Zone; Baltimore Harbor, Baltimore, MD

The Coast Guard published this final rule in the Federal Register on October 2, 2024. It took effect on October 2, 2024.

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What the agency says

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for waters near Baltimore, Maryland to protect the public and vessels from potential hazards created by a pollution incident in the Patapsco River. Additionally, the safety zone is needed to ensure a safe working environment for the first responders and to prevent the spread of pollution by passing traffic. This rule will prohibit persons or vessels from entering this zone unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port (COTP), Sector Maryland-National Capital Region or a designated representative.

Key facts

Document number
2024-22720
Type
Final rule
Action
Temporary final rule
Agency
Homeland Security Department; Coast Guard
Published
October 2, 2024
Takes effect
October 2, 2024
Dates
This rule is effective without actual notice from October 2, 2024 to October 3, 2024. For purposes of enforcement, actual notice will be used from September 27, 2024, through October 2, 2024.
Docket
Docket Number USCG-2024-0171
Regulation ID (RIN)
1625-AA00
Code of Federal Regulations
33 CFR 165
Topics
Harbors; Marine safety; Navigation (water); Reporting and recordkeeping requirements; Security measures; Waterways
Pages
3

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