USCGFinal Rule
Special Local Regulation; 49th Annual Swim Around Key West, Key West, FL
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has established special water traffic rules for the 49th Annual Swim Around Key West event in Key West, Florida. These temporary regulations manage boat traffic and create safety zones during the swimming competition to protect participants and other waterway users.
Key Points
- 1The Coast Guard is creating restricted water areas around the swim route to keep boat traffic away from swimmers
- 2Boaters in Key West will need to follow special navigation rules during the event and may be required to take alternate routes
- 3The regulation applies to the specific dates of the 49th Annual Swim Around Key West event
- 4Swimmers and event organizers get enhanced safety protections with official Coast Guard enforcement of these temporary rules
- 5Violating these special local regulations can result in penalties for boaters who enter restricted zones during the event
Key Dates
Published
June 10, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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