No boats allowed near the Key Bridge while they take it apart and rebuild it

The Coast Guard is creating two temporary "safety zones" in the Patapsco River. This means no one can enter these areas without permission while the Francis Scott Key Bridge is being demolished and rebuilt.

When a major piece of infrastructure fails, the first priority is always safety during cleanup and reconstruction. These zones ensure that only authorized personnel and vessels are near the bridge, preventing accidents during complex and dangerous operations. This kind of temporary restriction is standard practice for large-scale marine construction or demolition projects.