The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Saturday suspended the voyage of all vessels and watercraft with a gross tonnage (GT) in Maasin City, Limasawa Island, and Padre Burgos in Southern Leyte due to deteriorating sea conditions brought by the southwest monsoon.
The suspension was issued by Coast Guard Station Southern Leyte following the weather advisory of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) at 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, regarding the southwest monsoon enhanced by Typhoon Dolphin, which is still outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility.
According to the advisory, moderate to rough sea conditions, with wave heights ranging from 1.2 to 3.0 meters, are affecting parts of the Visayas and Mindanao.
The Coast Guard reminded all vessel operators and passengers to take necessary precautions and remain vigilant in monitoring the movement of the typhoon and its possible effects on local weather and sea conditions.
The PCG urged the public and maritime stakeholders to continue supporting safety measures and to prioritize the safety of passengers, boat operators, and other persons at sea