Coast Guard Proposes Temporary Safety Zones for Swim Events in New York Harbor

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard is proposing to set up five temporary safety areas for swimming events within the Captain of the Port New York Zone, covering the Hudson River, East River, Upper New York Bay, and Lower New York Bay, to protect participants and the general public from potential hazards. The proposed safety zones will be enforced by the Coast Guard and the Captain of the Port New York, with restrictions on entry and navigation.