14:00 — Administration of the Port of Figueira acknowledges problems with siltation
The administration of the Port of Figueira has acknowledged issues caused by sediment build-up (siltation) that are affecting port operations.
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The administration of the Port of Figueira has acknowledged issues caused by sediment build-up (siltation) that are affecting port operations.

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