Stormy weather that has complicated the work of seaport of Novorossiysk (Krasnodar region), did not interrupt the terminals operations and the port is not closed, the Novorossiysk Port Authority said.
Novorossiysk Harbour Master gives permission to enter or leave the port in line with the current forecast. Loading / unloading operations are suspended only for a while depending on weather conditions. The Port Authority denied the reports about the port closure. Yesterday, Novorossiysk was hit by strong gale. The city declared the state of emergency.