Tugboat races in Budd Inlet will be restricted by the Coast Guard for seven hours

The Coast Guard will enforce a special local regulation for the Olympia Harbor Days Tugboat Races on August 31, 2025. This means boats cannot enter a specific area of Budd Inlet without permission during the race.

This is a routine safety measure for a specific event. It ensures that recreational and commercial vessels do not interfere with the tugboat races, preventing accidents. The Coast Guard regularly issues such temporary rules for events on navigable waters.