Odisha Coast Alert: Fishermen Advised to Stay Ashore for 12 Hours

Bhubaneswar, Sept. 25 (UDN): Fishermen along the Odisha coast have been advised not to venture into the sea for the next 12 hours as squally weather is expected to prevail along and off the coastline, the Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar said on Friday.

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The advisory has been issued in view of strong winds and deteriorating sea conditions forecast during the period.

Winds Up to 60 Kmph Likely

According to the Day-1 fishermen warning issued for September 25, winds of 40-50 kmph, with gusts reaching up to 60 kmph, are likely along and off the Odisha coast.

The strong winds could make conditions hazardous for fishing vessels and other marine activities.

Sea to Remain Rough

The Meteorological Centre has forecast rough to very rough sea conditions during the next 12 hours.

In view of the expected weather, fishermen have been strongly advised to remain ashore and avoid venturing into the sea along and off the Odisha coast until conditions improve.

Advisory Issued as Weather Remains Unsettled

The warning comes amid unsettled weather conditions affecting several parts of Odisha.

Fishermen and coastal communities have been advised to follow the latest weather updates and official advisories during the period of adverse marine conditions.