Coast Guard activates regulated navigation area in Ludington Harbor, Ludington MI
Other Non-Crime EventThe Coast Guard activated a navigation area in Ludington Harbor due to unsafe conditions from heavy vessel traffic. Vessels must keep proper distances to ensure safety.
Audio|Source: Straits Area Marine Radio
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Transcript:
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Broadcast notes of the Mariners 0248 Tech25, Lake Michigan, Ludington Harbor, and Pier Market Lake.
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Due to hazardous conditions resulting from increased vessel traffic congestion, the Coast Guard has activated the regulated navigation area covering all navigable waters of Ludington Harbor Ship Channel and Piermarket Lake, as well as navigable waters of Lake Michigan.
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1,000 yards of length of Michigan Harbor entrance.
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Per 33 CFR 165 decimal 972, vessels and waterway users must maintain the distance of at least 440 yards from the bow, 100 yards from the stern, and 35 yards from the port and starboard side of any vessel greater than 100 feet in length, transiting through the regulated navigation area.
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Per 46 U.S.D.
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7036, violators may be fined up to $117,608 for each violation among others, civil and or criminal penalties.
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This took effect on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 0,400 local times.
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For further details, contact Tech Lake Michigan at (number withheld) or via Channel 16.
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Ludington, MI 49431
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