Tinos Port Authority Issues Warning for Severe Weather and 7-8 Beaufort Winds
The HNMS advisory applies to Tuesday evening, with safety instructions issued for vessel owners and the public.
The Tinos Port Authority issued a bulletin for severe weather conditions on Tuesday evening, following a gale warning released by the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS).
According to HNMS bulletin number 451, southwesterly winds of 7 to 8 Beaufort are expected in the maritime area of Tinos from 18:00 to 21:00.
Port authorities advise vessel owners and captains to secure their moorings immediately, while small craft, fishing boats, and pleasure craft are prohibited from sailing. Members of the public are advised to stay clear of coastal areas, piers, and breakwaters.
In case of emergency, the Coast Guard Operations Centre can be reached at 108 or 112, and Tinos Port Authority at 22830 22348 and 22830 22220. Vessels must maintain continuous radio watch on VHF channel 16.
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