The Coast Guard just closed the Patapsco River around the Francis Scott Key Bridge

The US Coast Guard has established a new "safety zone" in the Patapsco River around the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. This means no vessels or people can enter this area without specific authorization from the Coast Guard.

This rule formalizes the exclusion zone around the bridge, which is necessary for the ongoing demolition and reconstruction efforts. It gives the Coast Guard clear authority to keep unauthorized vessels away from dangerous operations. This ensures the safety of workers and prevents interference with the complex engineering tasks ahead.