As the new year begins, Cox’s Bazar is witnessing a massive influx of tourists. With the peak tourist season underway, thousands of visitors are arriving at the world’s longest unbroken sea beach every day.
During winter, the sea remains relatively calm, and the vast blue waters continue to captivate beachgoers.
Red-and-yellow flags have been hoisted along the beach, indicating that the sea is safe for swimming.
However, due to the cooler weather, fewer people are entering the water in the early morning hours. As the sun rises and the temperature warms up, tourists gradually begin enjoying sea bathing.
Most swimmers are entering the water at three designated points—Kolatoli, Laboni, and Sugandha. For safety reasons, Sea Safe Lifeguard authorities have urged visitors to strictly follow several guidelines.
According to lifeguards, specific swimming zones have been clearly marked at these three points, where lifeguard services are available.
Red-and-yellow or red flags indicate the boundaries of these zones. Visitors have been warned that swimming outside the marked areas can be dangerous.
Mohammad Osman Gani, Supervisor and Senior Lifeguard of Sea Safe Lifeguard, told Cox’s Bazar Life, “The sea is currently serene. As winter has set in, red-and-yellow flags have been raised to indicate safe swimming conditions. However, to avoid any mishaps, we advise tourists to swim only within the designated areas where lifeguard services are present.”
On Friday (January 02), low tide is expected at 2:53 pm, while high tide will begin from 8:20 pm.
Authorities have cautioned that ignoring warning signals or lifeguard instructions while swimming could lead to serious accidents at any time.
By Abdu Rashid Manik
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