The Maritime Authority of Jamaica (MAJ) plans to institute a flag weather warning system with accompanying signs at seaport departure points.

MAJ Director General Rear Admiral Peter Brady said this will provide vessels with alerts on storm and wind conditions.

He was speaking at a town hall meeting for small passenger vessel operators held at Fort Charles, Port Royal on Thursday.

The sensitisation meeting was held in the wake of the marine causality which occurred last month in the Lime Cay basin, which resulted in the deaths of two women.

Brady urged the operators to adhere to the safety requirements found in the Shipping Act and the harbour rules.

Vessel operators were also encouraged to ensure that their boats are in proper working condition.

He also stressed that passengers should be properly briefed by boat operators, before going out to sea.