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21 Dec 2016 / Dampier, Australia

Tropical Low O7U update (21 December)

The tropical low system in the Indian Ocean has shown some signs of development over the last 12 hours but the system is still classified below tropical cyclone intensity.

Gale force winds exist only in the western quadrants, and do not extend completely around the system centre. The low is forecast to intensify and reach tropical cyclone intensity later today (21 December) or at the latest during Thursday 22 December.

The system has been slow moving recently, and variable in direction. It is forecast to take a more south-eastward track from late Thursday or Friday.

The Port of Dampier is currently at Cyclone stage 1 – Monitor, which involves monitoring the weather system and assessing its likely path and potential impact on the port.

The Harbour Master has directed vessel masters to ensure:

  • Vessel's engines and machinery are fully operational
  • Vessel's stability, trim, and propeller immersion are appropriate
  • Vessel's manning, stores and bunkers are adequate
  • Preparations are made in accordance with their respective cyclone response plan

Terminal/berth operators have been instructed to ensure:

  • The latest cyclone forecasts are taken into account if planning operations over the coming days
  • The response plan accounts for time required for vessel's to clear the port and the approaching tropical system safely.
  • The wharf areas are inspected for and cleared off / secured for any items that may have the potential to fall into the berth pockets or adjacent areas during periods of strong winds

For information about operations in Australia contact GAC Australia at [email protected]

If quoting any content from Hot Port News, please cite GAC Hot Port News as the source.

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