Leros Port Authority on Alert as Gale-force Winds Forecast

The Leros Port Authority was placed on heightened alert following a forecast of gale-force winds across the south-eastern Aegean.

An urgent notice issued on Friday 14 August and signed by Leros harbour master Commander Ioannis Efstratiou forecast northerly and north-westerly winds of seven to eight Beaufort across the south-eastern Aegean and Icarian Sea.

Coast Guard vessel crews were ordered to remain ready to assist ships, small boats or people at sea if necessary.

Military authorities were asked to increase vigilance in the maritime areas under their supervision and inform the Port Authority immediately of any incident.

Local police, Fire Service and Health Centre personnel were also asked to remain ready to provide assistance.

Sailing clubs and professional fishing associations were specifically advised to inform members that they should avoid activity at sea while the weather warning remained in force.

The Municipality of Leros and Municipal Port Fund were asked to remain available to help if required, with corresponding measures also applying at Lipsi Port Station.

The Port Authority also requested continuous monitoring of telecommunications channels.

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