Gustavo Rangel Gómez, Capitan of the Mazatlán Port, said the port was not closed yesterday and 120 shrimp boats put out to sea in anticipation of the shrimp season opening at 6 am September 14.
The harbormaster said the vast majority of the local fleet of about 300 vessels remained moored waiting to see what the weather will do.
Rangel Gómez said that although nothing is certain when it comes to weather, the forecast is that Odile will continue on a western course, but producing strong surges. He felt that most ships would be able to find refuge, if needed.
Ricardo Michel Luna, president of Pacific Ship Owners Union, said, “Fortunately Odile has detoured west, but we must not be complacent.” He pointed out that 90 percent of the fleet is ready to sail, but their departure will depend on the weather.
(from El Debate)
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