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GMDSS气象公告

Scheduled meteorological broadcast issued via NAVTEX, HF, MF or satellite under the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System.

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METAREA预报请求

Vessel’s formal demand via GMDSS for the latest meteorological forecast for a specific NAVAREA/METAREA region.

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低气压区

A meteorological region where atmospheric pressure is lower than surrounding areas, often associated with unsettled weather, strong winds, and possible cyclonic activity affecting maritime operations.

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冰山漂移预报

A prediction of the future movement and position of icebergs in a given maritime area, based on meteorological and oceanographic data, issued to assist in safe navigation.

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冰漂移预报

Forecast of movement and speed of pack or floe ice issued by ice service for route planning.

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冰缘报告

Update giving the geographic position of the ice edge separating open water from pack ice, critical for polar routing.

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冷锋接近

A message or forecast that a cold front is moving into the operational area, often accompanied by abrupt wind shift, falling temperatures, and changing sea state.

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冻结海浪喷雾警报

GMDSS meteorological warning that sea spray will freeze on exposed surfaces causing topside icing hazards.

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冻雨警报

GMDSS forecast message indicating super-cooled rain likely to freeze on contact, causing rapid ice accretion on decks and rigging.

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冻雾警报

An advisory issued to warn vessels of freezing fog conditions, which may cause ice accumulation on decks, equipment, and navigation structures.

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压力脊警报

A notice regarding the formation or presence of elevated ice ridges on sea ice, which may pose navigational hazards to vessels in polar waters.

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压载水置换

Operation of replacing loaded ballast with mid-ocean water at prescribed distance from land to prevent bio-invasion, logged under IMO BWM Convention.

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台风警报

Highest-level tropical-cyclone warning issued by JMA or PAGASA for winds ≥64 kt, heavy seas and extreme storm surge threatening coastal and open-sea areas.

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台风警报

Official alert issued when a tropical cyclone with gale-force winds is expected to affect a maritime area within 24 hours.

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地面气压图

Synoptic weather map depicting isobars and pressure systems at mean sea level, used for routeing decisions.

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垃圾排放记录

A mandatory logbook entry or record made by the ship to document every instance of garbage discharge or disposal at sea or at port, as required by MARPOL regulations.

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大雪警报

Forecast advising imminent heavy snowfall reducing visibility below 0.5 nm and affecting mooring or channel transit.

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大风警报

A warning issued to mariners when sustained winds of Beaufort Force 8 or higher (34–40 knots) are expected or occurring in the area.

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寒潮警报

An official warning issued to inform mariners of an expected period of unusually low temperatures, which may affect vessel systems and crew safety.

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小冰块警报

Alert indicating presence of small, dense glacial ice blocks (growlers) scarcely visible above water, posing collision risk.

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局部雾区通告

Notice to mariners of localised fog banks that may suddenly reduce visibility and require speed reduction or additional lookout.

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强风暴公告

Official GMDSS warning message indicating winds ≥ Beaufort 10, heavy seas and reduced visibility within forecast area.

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挥发性有机物控制程序

Shipboard plan to minimise Volatile Organic Compound emissions during loading, voyage and discharge of crude oil cargoes per IMO Resolution 1088(28).

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排放控制区

Designated sea region where MARPOL Annex VI limits on SOx, NOx and PM apply; requires low-sulphur fuel or equivalent abatement.

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无线传真气象图接收

Confirmation that a complete facsimile weather chart has been successfully received via HF radio and is ready for navigation use.

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暖锋逼近

Indication that a warm air mass front is advancing toward the vessel’s area, typically bringing steady rain and veering winds.

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暴雨警报

GMDSS meteorological message signalling precipitation rate ≥ 50 mm in 6 h, causing reduced visibility and risk of runoff.

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暴雨警报

An official advisory issued to warn of intense and prolonged rainfall that may severely reduce visibility and increase risk of flooding and navigation hazards.

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气压变化报告

Synoptic code group summarising rate and character of atmospheric pressure change during past three hours, broadcast in SHIP and METAR messages.

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气压报告

Regularly transmitted statement of current atmospheric pressure and trend for meteorological data exchange and storm tracking.

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水龙卷风险通报

An official maritime bulletin advising of the risk of waterspout formation in a specific sea area, requiring heightened lookout and precautionary measures.

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污染控制演练

Planned harbour drill simulating oil-spill response, including boom deployment, skimmer operation and multi-agency communications testing.

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沿海洋流警告

Official notice to mariners about significant changes, hazards, or anomalies in coastal water currents affecting safe navigation.

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浓雾咨询警报

Warning issued when visibility expected below one-half nautical mile due to thick fog, requiring sound signals and speed reduction.

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浪高警报

A warning issued to vessels regarding anticipated significant wave heights exceeding safe operating limits.

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浮冰块报告

An official communication or broadcast of the sighting and position of medium-sized floating ice fragments (bergy bits), especially in northern sea routes.

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海冰密集度

A measure (usually in tenths) of the area of a sea region covered by ice, provided in ice bulletins to support safe navigation and routing.

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海况报告

Periodic description of significant wave height, period and swell state transmitted for routing and safety assessments.

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海洋垃圾报告

A report made to authorities or VTS regarding observed floating or drifting marine debris that may pose a hazard to navigation.

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海洋热含量

Measure of thermal energy stored in the upper ocean layers, used to assess cyclone potential and climate trends.

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海洋观测数据报告

A formal report or transmission containing oceanographic data such as temperature, salinity, current, and sea state, as collected by shipboard sensors or via official request.

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海表温度

Measured or satellite-derived temperature of ocean top centimetre, critical for routing, icing and cyclogenesis forecasts.

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海雾警报

Notice that horizontal visibility at sea will fall below one kilometre due to advection or radiation fog.

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涌向报告

Statement giving the dominant direction, height and period of the prevailing ocean swell for route planning and seakeeping.

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涨潮预测

Forecast information regarding the timing and height of the next incoming (flood) tide, crucial for safe navigation and berthing operations.

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温室气体清单

Comprehensive report of CO₂, CH₄ and N₂O emissions from vessel operations for regulatory compliance and environmental management.

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溢油警报

Immediate notification that mineral oil is observed on sea surface requiring containment and reporting under MARPOL 73/78.

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潮流更新

New information on rate and set of tidal current issued by VTS or hydrographic authority for local area.

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烈风信号

An official maritime signal indicating imminent or present severe gale conditions (Beaufort Force 9–10) requiring vessels to secure for heavy weather.

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热带风暴警报

An official advisory issued to warn vessels that a tropical storm may affect the area within 48 hours. Mariners should closely monitor forecasts and prepare for possible severe weather.

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热浪预警

Pre-warning by meteorological authority that sustained high air temperatures are likely within 48 h, possibly affecting crew endurance, vessel machinery and cargo.

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环境影响通告

Formal notification detailing projected ecological effects of vessel operations or construction works, issued for regulatory approval.

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生物污损管理计划

A documented system required by IMO for vessels to manage and minimize the accumulation of aquatic organisms on hulls and submerged structures.

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白茫警报

A warning indicating that visual navigation is severely hindered due to uniformly diffuse light caused by snow, ice, or fog, often resulting in total loss of horizon distinction.

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碎冰警报

Message issued by ice services or VTS indicating dangerous concentrations of brash ice likely to impede manoeuvring or clog sea intakes.

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积冰警报

Notice that superstructure icing rate exceeds 2 cm h⁻¹ due to freezing precipitation or spray, requiring anti-icing measures.

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综合气象编码报告

A standardized numerical weather message (per WMO/IMO) reporting synoptic-scale observations, transmitted by ships for meteorological analysis and forecasting.

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能效指数

Calculated parameter (EEXI/EEOI) expressing CO₂ emitted per transport work, mandatory under IMO MARPOL Annex VI.

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能见度降低警告

A formal alert issued to vessels when fog, mist, precipitation, or other factors are expected to lower visibility below safe navigation thresholds.

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船舶气象观测

Recorded meteorological observations from ships, submitted to authorities or meteorological agencies for forecasting and safety.

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落潮流预报

Tabulated forecast time and rate of falling tide current used for harbour passage planning.

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薄雾形成预警

An official advisory indicating that atmospheric conditions are favorable for mist development, which may lower visibility and affect navigation safety.

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表层洋流警报

Official MSI or VHF message advising mariners that abnormally strong or variable surface currents exist in a defined area and may affect safe navigation.

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锋面通过警告

A formal advisory issued by maritime authorities warning vessels of an approaching frontal system likely to bring sudden changes in wind, temperature, and visibility conditions.

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锢囚锋警报

Notification that a mature occluded front will pass the vessel’s vicinity, often associated with variable winds and squally showers.

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防污涂层检查

Port state or class survey checking hull coating compliance with IMO AFS Convention and assessing biological growth.

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陆缘冰扩展

Rapid seaward growth of shore-fast ice, restricting manoeuvring space and increasing risk of besetment for vessels.

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降噪程序

Harbour authority directive requiring vessels to minimise machinery and whistle noise, especially at night, to protect nearby communities and sensitive wildlife.

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雷暴展望

Prognostic bulletin giving probability, timing and movement of convective cells within shipping area.

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雷电活动警报

Alert issued when frequent cloud-to-ground or cloud-to-cloud lightning poses immediate risk to deck personnel and sensitive equipment.

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雾霾观测报告

A message reporting reduced visibility due to haze, specifying affected areas and visibility range, commonly issued for safety in coastal and open sea zones.

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风向报告

An official meteorological report or observation stating the current direction from which the wind is blowing, vital for navigation and maneuvering.

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风暴增水预警

Warning that abnormal sea-level rise due to cyclonic surge is expected in coastal area, requiring preventive mooring and evacuation measures.

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风暴潮警告

An official alert issued to vessels regarding an abnormally high rise of sea level due to meteorological effects, especially during storms.

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风暴警告

A formal notification from maritime or meteorological authorities indicating strong winds, heavy seas, and potentially hazardous conditions are expected in the designated area.

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飑线警报

Notification that organised line of squalls with gusts ≥ 34 kn is approaching, often ahead of cold front.

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飓风级风

Wind of Beaufort scale 12 (≥ 64 kn) producing phenomenal seas; reported in Metarea bulletins as force 12.

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飓风警告

A formal announcement by maritime or meteorological authorities indicating that hurricane conditions, including very high winds and heavy seas, are expected in the area.

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高压脊

An elongated area of high atmospheric pressure, typically associated with calm weather and stable sea conditions.

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