San Francisco Bay fireworks get a safety zone for five days in 2025
What happened
The Coast Guard is creating a temporary safety zone in San Francisco Bay for five days in 2025. This means no unauthorized boats or people can enter a specific area off Pier 15 during fireworks displays.
Why it matters
This is a routine safety measure. It ensures that fireworks can be set off without endangering boats or people in the immediate vicinity. The Coast Guard regularly establishes these zones for public events on navigable waters.
The signal
Watch for similar temporary safety zones to be announced for other public events involving pyrotechnics or large gatherings on US waterways.