WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Coast Guard has issued a rule called: Security Zone; Potomac River and Anacostia River, and Adjacent Waters; Washington, DC.
The rule was published in the Federal Register on May 28 by Patrick C. Burkett, Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port Maryland-National Capital Region.
Summary: The Coast Guard will enforce a security zone along the Potomac River and Anacostia River, and adjacent waters at Washington, DC, for activities associated with the Army's 250th Anniversary celebration. This action is necessary to protect government officials, mitigate potential terrorist acts and incidents, and enhance public and maritime safety and security immediately before, during, and after this activity. During the enforc...