The Leros port authority issued an urgent notice on Friday 13 November 2026 following a forecast of strong southerly winds. In the waters around Samos north of latitude 37°30′, winds of force 7–8 were expected to last at least until the early hours of Saturday 14 November.
Patrol boat crews were placed on standby to assist ships, small craft and anyone in difficulty at sea. The police, fire and health services, Leros municipality and the municipal port fund were also asked to be ready to assist.
The authority urged particular caution among professional fishers and small-boat owners. Sailing clubs and fishing associations were asked to advise their members to avoid going out at sea while the warning was in force. The Lipsi port station was asked to take similar precautions.
