Security & Defense

Security Zone; FIFA World Cup and Fan Fest 2026, Bayfront Park, Miami, FL

🇺🇸United States··Proposed Rule·Medium Impact·View source ↗

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🇬🇧 English

This proposed rule establishes a temporary security zone in Biscayne Bay, Miami, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Fan Fest to safeguard attendees from potential threats due to the venue's waterfront location. It restricts anchoring or stopping in the area without authorization, impacting boaters and operators in Miami's Bayfront Park vicinity.

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Key Changes

  • Establishes a temporary security zone in Biscayne Bay for the 2026 World Cup and Fan Fest.
  • Restricts anchoring or stopping without authorization in the defined area.
  • Ensures the security of event attendees by reinforcing maritime law enforcement.

Obligations

What this law requires

critical

Vessels must not anchor or stop within the designated security zone without authorization from the Captain of the Port Miami (COTP) or a designated representative.

vessel operatorsboaters
prohibition
high

Persons and vessels must transit the security zone at a steady speed and may not slow down, stop, or anchor unless in the case of unforeseen mechanical failure or other emergency.

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operational
high

Any persons or vessels forced to slow or stop in the security zone must immediately notify the COTP Miami via VHF channel 16.

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reporting
high

All vessels transiting the area must comply with lawful orders or directions given to them by the COTP or the COTP's designated representative.

vessel operatorsboaters
prohibition
medium

The security zone will be enforced 24 hours a day from 6 a.m. on June 13, 2026, through 6 a.m. on July 5, 2026.

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July 5, 2026
operational

Affected Parties

Boaters and maritime operators in Biscayne BayEvent attendees and organizers

Tags

security,World Cup,Miami