Bali announces coastal flood warning until November 11

On the Indonesian island of Bali, coastal flooding is expected due to unusually high tides. The warning applies to six areas, including popular tourist areas. The dangerous phenomenon is predicted from 8 to 11 November, reports The Bali Times, citing the Agency for Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics of Indonesia.

According to experts, the cause of sea level rise will be the new moon on November 9. During this period, the mutual location of the Earth, the Moon and the Sun contributes to the strengthening of tidal phenomena.

The warning zone includes the southern parts of the coast of Djembrana, Tabanana and Klungkung. The potential threat also concerns the coastal areas of Badunga, Denpasar and Gianyar.

Chahyo Nugroho, head of the regional division of the Meteorological Agency in Denpasar, explained that the maximum height of tides will be reached in different areas on different hours and days.

Rising water levels can cause temporary flooding of low-lying areas of the coast. In addition, port operations may be disrupted, including loading and unloading operations.

Consequences of the natural phenomenon can affect residential areas near the sea, salt farms and fish farming enterprises.

Meteorologists advised residents and tourists to exercise caution, monitor the state of the coast and take into account official warnings.

At the same time, experts do not expect flooding of all beaches of Bali. The introduction of a general ban on bathing or closure of coastal areas due to the predicted tides is not yet envisaged.

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