Boats in Charleston Harbor must now get permission to enter a specific area

The Coast Guard will enforce a new rule for boats in Charleston Harbor during the Charleston Parade of Boats. Vessels will need special permission to enter, pass through, or anchor in a designated area.

This is a small, temporary restriction on boat traffic for a specific event. It means boaters in Charleston Harbor will need to check for temporary no-go zones during certain events. The Coast Guard regularly issues these types of local rules to manage safety during marine events.