The Coast Guard will block off a swim race in Key West
What happened
The Coast Guard will create a temporary safety zone for the Florida Keys Community College Swim Around Key West event. During this time, no boats or people can enter the designated area without permission.
Why it matters
This is a routine safety measure for a local event. It means that for a few hours, the Coast Guard will have the authority to keep people and vessels out of a specific part of the water. This ensures the safety of swimmers and spectators during the race.
The signal
Watch for similar notices for other local events, which indicate the Coast Guard continues its standard practice of enforcing temporary safety zones.