BY RODRICK DESURI

AUKI

MALAITA’S Provincial Police Commander, Superintendent Michael Ramosaea, is reminding all small boat owners and skippers to take extra care and precautions when traveling to very far destinations during this festive season.

Mr Ramosaea made this call as the country is currently facing an unstable weather season, and to avoid loss of lives and property during this holiday season.

He stated that from his experiences, with carelessness and pride, lives and property were lost at sea.

He cautioned that boats going to far and long destinations need to have enough fuel, lifejackets, and must provide departure and arrival times for each destination.

“I just want to remind and call on our small boat owners and skippers to take extra precautions,” he said.

“When thinking of going out or traveling to any destination, you should take more fuel, lifejackets, and must report when to leave and arrive.”

Meanwhile, the Solomon Islands Meteorological Service issued a statement that the weather for the rest of December is characterized by hot, humid conditions and frequent rain, as the region is currently in its wet season.

A heavy rain warning is currently in effect for several provinces, including Guadalcanal, where Honiara is located.

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