Fireworks on the Potomac Scheduled for Wednesday, October 12

     Mount Vernon, Va. -- Mariners are advised that a fireworks display is scheduled to occur along the Potomac River on October 12 at approximately 8 p.m. The discharge site is located at the shoreline of the Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens in Mount Vernon, Va., in approximate position latitude 38° 42' 24'' N, longitude 077° 05' 03'' W. Mariners are urged to use caution when transiting the area, and heed the directions of patrolling law enforcement and public safety officials. Absent specific guidance, mariners should remain 150 yards from the fireworks discharge site on shore. For any comments or questions contact Coast Guard Sector Baltimore, Waterways Management Division, at telephone number (410) 576-2674 or Ronald.L.Houck@uscg.mil. Chart 12289.