Safety Zone; Sunrise Wind Farm Project Area, Outer Continental Shelf, Lease OCS–A 0487, Offshore Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island, Atlantic Ocean
Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard is establishing a safety zone around the Sunrise Wind Farm, a planned offshore wind energy project near Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island. This regulation restricts boat traffic and activities in the area to protect workers, equipment, and ships from hazards during construction and operation of the wind farm.
Key Points
- 1A safety zone is being created around the Sunrise Wind Farm construction area in the Atlantic Ocean off the Northeast coast
- 2Ships and boats will be restricted from entering this zone without permission to prevent accidents and protect the wind farm equipment
- 3The regulation applies to an area on the Outer Continental Shelf under federal jurisdiction, not state waters
- 4The Coast Guard is accepting public comments on this rule until September 16, 2025, so people can voice concerns or support
- 5Violating the safety zone rules could result in penalties, similar to other maritime safety violations
Key Dates
June 16, 2025
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