Storm warning issued for Myeik district
Published on Thursday, 10 October 2013 20:36
Fishing boats seen in a port at Myeik (Photo-EMG)
The government has issued a storm warning in Myeik district, with officials warning fishing boats out at sea to take cover in nearby islands, sources say.
In weather reports yesterday, a small storm brewing in the Andaman Sea recorded wind speeds of between 40 to 50 mph. The seas will be rough and the tides high between October 7 and 11, so those at sea need to use caution, said meteorologist Tun Lwin.
"I have been contacting some of the outer islands about weather conditions since yesterday, and I have instructed authorities to inform fishing boats about the storm. Some fishing boats have returned and others are taking cover in nearby islands," Myeik district governor Thein Win said yesterday.
The storm is moving north, far from the coast, and is expected to turn northwest. Locals from Tanintaryi, Mon and delta areas need to be wary of vicious waves and strong winds, officials say. The tide is up by between about 7 and 10 feet, according to weather reports.
"The fishing season has begun and squid fishing boats are out in the sea. Half of them are already out there," a squid fishing boat owner said.
Source: http://www.news.myanmaronlinecentre.com/2013/10/11/storm-warning-issued-for-myeik-district/
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