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Urgent Warning: Potential Pirate Activity Off Somalia

 

Received: 2024-03-14 07:45 UTC

To: All Ships Transiting In/Off Somalia, Arabian Sea, Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Indian Ocean

Warning

The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) Piracy Reporting Centre (PRC) has received concerning information from MSCHOA (Military Support to Operations) regarding potential pirate activity off the coast of Somalia.

Details:

  • Date/Time: March 14, 2024, at 06:16 UTC
  • Location: Alongside the coast between Hobyo, Nugal, and Mudug regions, Somalia
  • Threat: Four suspected pirate skiffs carrying an estimated 36 armed individuals departed the Somali coastline. These groups are likely seeking vessels to target.

Recommendations:

  • Vessels are strongly advised to avoid this area entirely.
  • Exercise extreme caution and maintain heightened vigilance.
  • Implement strict anti-piracy measures and watch protocols.
  • Report all attacks and suspicious sightings immediately to local authorities and the IMB PRC as per IMO Circular 1334.


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