 When a hurricane is approaching, safety of life and the preservation of livelihoods is most important. We should take heed. Fishers. Move boats and fishing vessels to higher grounds or safer holding spaces. Secure boats by tying them with rope and chains. Boats can also be secured by filling them with sand and sunk for protection against high winds. Collect all fishing pods and place on land in a secure holding area. Protect fishing nets by weighing them down and securing them where they will not be washed away by flood waters. Store all electronic and navigational equipment such as GPS and radios in a dry, safe place. Secure both engines and spare parts. Avoid the spillage of oil and lubricants by storing your supply in an elevated secure area. Evacuate low-lying coastal areas. Do not for any reason go out to see if storm threatens as the strength or wind speed could change unexpectedly and keep monitoring the weather system by listening to official advisories from Nemo and the Met Services. Remember, this is the hurricane season and we should be prepared. A message brought to you by the Ministry of Agriculture of Fisheries, Physical Planning, Natural Resources and Cooperatives.