Affected by severe convective weather, the Qiongzhou Strait passenger ferry will be suspended from 17:00 on the 17th.

Reporters learned from the Zhanjiang Maritime Bureau that on April 17, affected by severe convective weather, gusts in the Qiongzhou Strait will reach 10-11 levels. After a joint decision by relevant departments, the passenger roll-on/roll-off ships in the Qiongzhou Strait will be suspended from 17:00 on the 17th. The resumption of service will be notified based on weather changes. The Zhanjiang Maritime Department reminds drivers and passengers who need to travel by sea to closely follow official announcements about the suspension and resumption of ferry services, adjust travel plans accordingly, and avoid being stranded in the port due to weather conditions. In case of emergencies at sea, please call 12395, the maritime distress hotline, for assistance.