MARGAO: The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued a warning late Friday evening to the coastal states of Goa, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Lakshadweep, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, about possibility of swell surges and rough sea conditions and advised complete suspension of activities on the beach and nearshore regions on May 4 and May 5.
This precautionary measure is due to the potential for rough sea conditions associated with the impending arrival of high waves originating from the distant southern Indian Ocean.
Specifically for Goa, INCOIS has issued an urgent update on its website, highlighting the need for vigilance and adherence to the advisory to ensure public safety in coastal areas. It is forecasted that the sea will be dominated by high-energy waves in the nearshore region, and low-lying areas may experience surges (gushing of seawater into these areas) intermittently during a specified time period due to the effect of high waves.
Fishermen and coastal populations are alerted to be cautious of possible surging of waves (gushing of seawater) intermittently in the nearshore/beach region, particularly in low-lying areas and during high tide phases. Small vessels may operate nearshore with due caution. Boats may be anchored at a fair distance from each other to avoid collisions and damage. Activities at the beach or nearshore should be conducted with due care.
Similarly, INCOIS has issued updates for other coastal states.
According to INCOIS, these high waves initially formed approximately 10,000 km away from the Indian coast on April 26 in the southern Atlantic Ocean. They subsequently travelled towards the southern Indian Ocean by April 28.
