This Saturday, the operational centers for surveillance and rescue on the Atlantic coast were in high demand by boaters in difficulty, surprised by the deterioration of weather conditions at sea, giving rise to more than 80 interventions.
This Sunday, she advises against going out to sea for at least the next 24 hours "in the face of the violence and suddenness of the current weather phenomena, caused by the meeting of hot air masses on land and cold air coming from the ocean. ,” she said in a statement.
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The maritime authorities had to manage "anchorage ruptures, propulsion damage requiring towing or assistance, or even the implementation of rescue means causing several helicopter winches", specifies the maritime prefecture which underlines the extent of the means put in place. implemented.
No casualties were reported in this area.
It reminds boaters and water sports enthusiasts of the importance of carefully consulting the weather forecasts and in particular the marine weather forecast.
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