Adverse Weather Conditions Halt Fishing Activities in Thoothukudi

by Fishery News
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Thoothukudi: Unfavourable weather conditions and rough seas disrupted fishing operations in Thoothukudi on Thursday, prompting authorities to advise fishermen against venturing into the sea. The inclement weather resulted in the anchoring of all mechanized boats and country boats in the district on January 11.

Due to the rough seas, only 21 out of the 260 mechanized boats operating from the Thoothukudi Fishing Harbour were able to engage in fishing on Wednesday. Despite a few more boats preparing to set sail on Thursday, the Department of Fisheries, relying on weather reports from the Indian Meteorological Department, issued a cautionary advisory to fishermen, recommending them to abstain from fishing on Thursday as well.

Citing the possibility of heavy winds with speeds of up to 55 km per hour in the deep sea, fisheries department officials emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety and advised against venturing into the sea for fishing.

Consequently, as a precautionary measure, all mechanized boats and country boats in the district remained anchored on Thursday, ensuring the safety of fishermen and their vessels amid challenging weather conditions.

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