NSW Maritime advice for mariners during the Sydney dust storms

3:42 AM Wed 23 Sep 2009 GMT

'Dust storms hit Sydney Harbour - view of the Opera House , 23 September 2009. Photo by Janet Kavanagh'

NSW Maritime advises mariners to exercise caution at this time of reduced visibility. Keep to a safe speed, maintain a proper lookout and show navigation lights.

Skippers also also advised to consider rescheduling any voyage until conditions abate and to check moorings.

by Neil Patchett

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