Safety Zone; Seddon Channel, Tampa, FL
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for navigable waters of Seddon Channel, Tampa Florida. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards associated with airborne and waterborne activities occurring during the Special Operation Forces (SOF) Week Conference 2026. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector St. Petersburg, or their designated representative.
The establishment of a safety zone may limit the ability of individuals to assemble in the area during the Special Operation Forces Week Conference.
The prohibition of entry into the safety zone without authorization may raise concerns regarding due process rights for individuals wishing to access the area.