Florida ports reopen as Idalia passes, North Carolina ports face restrictions

All ports in Florida, including the Port of Tampa, SeaPort Manatee and Port St. Pete have resumed operations after Hurricane Idalia weakened to a post-tropical cyclone.

MAP: Projected wind speeds of Tropical Storm Idalia. National Hurricane Center

The hurricane weakened into a tropical storm yesterday. It has been further downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone as it moves towards Bermuda over the Atlantic Ocean.

In North Carolina, the Ports of Wilmington and Morehead City have also resumed operations with some restrictions. Vessels and facilities are allowed to operate only during the daytime.

Mariners are advised to navigate North Carolina waterways with caution and to seek prior approval from the captain of the port before moving inbound and outbound traffic through these ports between sunset and sunrise.

By Debarati Bhattacharjee

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