Notice 10 2007
BROADS AUTHORITY NOTICE TO MARINERS No 10 of 2007
Advice to Broads Boat Users
Due to the ongoing works being carried out by BESL (Broadland Environmental Services Limited) on behalf of the Environment Agency, and in conjunction with exceptionally high water levels, the following advice is given to all boat users:
· Keep well away from the edge of riverbanks - piling that is normally visible can be covered during project works and certain weather and water levels conditions.
· If in any doubt, sailing craft should tack short to avoid any potential hazards.
· Take note of any port and starboard marks and keep seaward of any temporary red warning markers denoting a potential hazard or obstruction. Be wary and keep clear of any work vessels, rigs, cranes, digger arms, barges and ground anchors.
· Check any area thoroughly before you attempt to moor and do not be tempted to moor where instructed not to do so.
· Boats must give way to towed or heavily loaded vessels or vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre - only overtake when advised by the skipper of the vessel.
· Report any new hazards or obstructions to the Broads Authority River Control on 01692 678459.
This advice applies until further notice.
Angie Leeper
Waterways Strategy Officer
Broads Authority
18 Colegate
Norwich
NR3 1BQ
3 August 2007
