§ 165.T08-0908 - Security Zones; Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Corpus Christi, TX.

§ 165.T08-0908 Security Zones; Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Corpus Christi, TX.

(a) Location. All navigable waters encompassing a 500-yard radius around the M/V MARAN GAS DELPHI, TRANIANO KNUTSEN, ADAMASTOS, and HELLAS ATHINA, while the vessels are in the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and the La Quinta Ship Channel.

(b) Definitions. As used in this section, oesignated representative means a commissioned, warrant, or petty officer of the U.S. Coast Guard assigned to units under the operational control of USCG Sector Corpus Christi.

(c) Effective period. This section will be in effect from October 7, 2024, through October 17, 2024. This section will be enforced when any of the vessels are in the specified channels and carrying cargo.

(d) Regulations.

(1) The general security zone regulations in subpart D of this part apply. Entry into the zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector Corpus Christi (COTP) or a designated representative.

(2) Persons or vessels desiring to enter or pass through the zones must request permission from the COTP Sector Corpus Christi on VHF-FM channel 16 or by telephone at 361-939-0450.

(3) If permission is granted, all persons and vessels shall comply with the instructions of the COTP or designated representative.

(d) Information broadcasts. The COTP or a designated representative will inform the public through Broadcast Notices to Mariners (BNMs), Local Notices to Mariners (LNMs), and/or Marine Safety Information Bulletins (MSIBs) as appropriate of the enforcement times and dates for this security zone.

[USCG-2024-0908, 89 FR 82172, Oct. 10, 2024]