Noomaraa (Shaviyani Atoll) - Harbor

Harbor

An area of 45,000 square feet (4,200 m2) in the island's harbor was dredged in 2012. The harbor is not entirely sheltered from rough weather: in windy conditions, fishermen have difficulty using it, and must stay awake nights safeguarding their boats.

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