Security Zone; Ohio River, Cincinnati, OH
Key claim: Boaters cannot enter, transit, or anchor on a 12-mile stretch of the Ohio River through Cincinnati unless the Coast Guard captain of the port gives permission, while Secret Service protectees visit the city.
Abstract
(Rule · Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard) The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary security zone for all navigable waters of the Ohio River, extending the entire width of the river, between mile markers (MM) 461 to MM 473. This security zone is needed to provide waterside security and protection of persons under the protection of the United States Secret Service during a visit to Cincinnati, OH. During the enforcement period, entry into, transiting, or anchoring in the security zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Ohio Valley (COTP) or a designated on-scene U.S. Coast Guard representative.
Why this matters
Boaters cannot enter, transit, or anchor on a 12-mile stretch of the Ohio River through Cincinnati unless the Coast Guard captain of the port gives permission, while Secret Service protectees visit the city.