The Coast Guard can now block boats from a 500-foot circle around fireworks displays

The Coast Guard is creating a temporary safety zone around fireworks displays at the Port of Long Beach. This means no vessels or people can enter a 500-foot radius around the display without special permission.

This rule gives the Coast Guard specific authority to clear an area around fireworks. Before, they might have relied on general safety powers, which could be challenged. Now, they have a clear, pre-defined zone they can enforce immediately.