ALOR STAR – The passenger ferry terminal in Kuala Kedah will cease operations during the implementation of the enhanced movement control order (EMCO) in the Kota Setar district, which will take effect from tomorrow until June 1.
The Marine Department said in a statement today that this was in line with the implementation of the EMCO, which prohibits all movements in and out at the locations involved.
“In this regard, ferry terminals under the supervision of the Marine Department will be closed throughout the EMCO period, and no passenger ferry service is available from Kuala Kedah to Langkawi during the period.
“However, the cargo service between Kuala Kedah and Langkawi will continue as usual. Essential services have the alternative to use the Roro ferry service at the Kuala Perlis passenger ferry terminal, which is not listed among EMCO localities,” the statement read.
It added that the department supports the government’s intention to break the Covid-19 infection chain and would ensure that standard operating procedures are adhered to throughout trips and passenger safety is always in control.
Yesterday, Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the EMCO would be enforced for two weeks in 28 sub-districts in Kota Setar, Kedah starting tomorrow following the increase in Covid-19 cases in the areas. – Bernama, May 18, 2021
