Safety Zone; Isthmus Cove, Santa Catalina Island, CA
The Coast Guard established a temporary safety zone in Isthmus Cove, Santa Catalina Island, CA on July 3, 2026, restricting vessel access to protect personnel and the environment. This may affect security operations requiring water access.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Private Security Licensing space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Private security firms operating patrol boats or providing security in Isthmus Cove, Santa Catalina Island on July 3, 2026. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: July 3, 2026 (date of enforcement).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Private Security Licensing continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
A temporary safety zone is in effect for all navigable waters in Isthmus Cove on July 3, 2026.
Who it affects
Private security firms operating patrol boats or providing security in Isthmus Cove, Santa Catalina Island on July 3, 2026.
What you must do
Ensure no security vessels or personnel enter the safety zone on July 3, 2026.
Deadline
July 3, 2026 (date of enforcement).
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