Indian Coast Guard Safeguards Fishermen Amid Cyclone Michaung, Averting Losses

by Fishery News

In a commendable display of preparedness and swift action, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully navigated the turbulent waters during cyclone Michaung. The ICG deployed eight ships and two aircraft to patrol the coastal waters of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, ensuring the safety of fishermen and their assets. Proactive efforts since November 27, as stated in an ICG statement on Thursday, resulted in zero loss of life or property.

The ICG played a pivotal role in facilitating the secure return of approximately 3,000 boats to their respective harbours. Pre-emptive measures included advising all ports along the Tamil Nadu and Andhra coast to shift vessels to safer berths and sail vessels at anchorage away from the cyclone’s path. Oil-handling agencies received directives to relocate rigs/platforms to safer locations, accompanied by necessary evacuation protocols.

To fortify disaster response capabilities, ICG disaster response teams collaborated closely with civil authorities, including the Coastal Security Group, the Department of Fisheries, district collectors of coastal districts in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, and the Greater Chennai Corporation. The collaborative efforts ensured a seamless coordination that prevented casualties at sea in terms of both lives and properties.

The ICG’s proactive actions, meticulously documented as standard operating procedures for future disaster management, exemplify a crucial step in safeguarding the lives and livelihoods of fishermen during adverse weather conditions.

 

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