The Coast Guard will block boats from a fireworks display on the Appomattox River.

The Coast Guard is creating a temporary no-go zone around a fireworks barge in the Appomattox River in Hopewell, Virginia. This means no boats or people can enter a 250-yard radius around the barge without special permission.

This is a routine safety measure for public events on navigable waterways. It ensures that fireworks displays can happen without boats getting too close to the launch site. The Coast Guard regularly establishes these zones for various events, from boat races to bridge construction.