(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the Department may establish or alter by public notice:
(1) If the Department determines public safety is at risk and it is contrary to the public interest to delay action, a speed zone near:
(i) A construction project on or adjacent to State waters;
(ii) A marine event; or
(iii) An accident or other emergent situation; or
(2) An area where vessel movement is controlled, limited, or restricted as designated by the U.S. Coast Guard or another federal agency.
(b) The Department may adopt regulations to implement this section.