During the World Cup, the U.S. Coast Guard will have an increased presence near Washington state ports, waterways and fan zones, and the maritime border with Canada.
“The Coast Guard is proud to work alongside our federal, state and local partners to help ensure the safety and security of World Cup matches in Seattle,” Cmdr. Daniel Delgado, Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound response department head, said. “With an anticipated increase in recreational boating activity, ferry operations, and regular cruise ship traffic, we are implementing additional measures to safeguard our ports and waterways. These efforts will help ensure the Marine Transportation System remains safe, secure, and efficient throughout the tournament.”
The Coast Guard is implementing enhanced safety and security measures alongside international, federal, state and local partners. The Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary, and other law enforcement agencies will conduct marine patrols around waterfront fan zones in Seattle, Everett, Bellingham, Bremerton, Tacoma and Olympia.
Tactical Coast Guard boat crews will escort Washington State Ferries and cruise ships during peak transit periods, and Coast Guard law enforcement personnel will be onboard for ferry crossings.
There will be an increase of Coast Guard law enforcement officers at ferry terminals, port facilities and the broader waterfront.