Turbulent waters: ROP cautions fishermen during Khareef season
In a statement, the ROP highlighted that the Khareef season brings with it highly turbulent seas and significantly rising waves, making fishing activities particularly hazardous. Therefore, it is strongly advised against going fishing during this period.
The ROP emphasised the critical importance for fishermen to continuously follow official weather updates and to comply with all maritime safety instructions issued by the authorities to ensure their well-being.
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