Cyclonic Circulation Off Goa Coast Halts Operations At Mormugao Port
Port operations at the Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) have been suspended until further notice following the formation of a cyclonic circulation over the North Karnataka and Goa coast. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the cyclonic circulation persisted over the region as of 0830 IST on May 21. Under its influence, a low-pressure area is likely to form in the same region within the next 72 hours. In view of the prevailing weather conditions and in the interest of port and navigation safety, the MPA has ceased all port operations. All ocean-going vessels have been advised to sail out to sea as a precautionary measure and will be re-berthed once the weather improves. For non-ocean-going vessels and crafts unable to move out to sea, the port authorities have directed strict adherence to safety protocols. These include deploying additional mooring lines, keeping engines on standby, and shifting to sheltered waters. Barges have been instructed to move to safer waters upriver. These measures are in line with the Standard Operating Procedures of the Mormugao Port Authority. Officials also informed that un-berthing and berthing charges during this period will be borne by the MPA. | Source: Read More
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