Well, not yet, but now that I have your attention...
We were notified that starting tomorrow, just outside Myanmar and the Yangon River area we are in pirate territory and must follow precautions to reduce the risks. The caution extends to April 23rd and Aqaba, Jordan.
At night we are to keep cabin curtains closed and lights off when not needed, and ship deck lights will be limited to only the essentials. We are assured (by the captain) we are in good hands if an attack does happen due to the diligent training and constant contact with International Naval Forces.
I was disappointed to hear we would not be armed individually, since anticipation of an attack and possibly practice with live ammunition would go a long way to reducing boredom and the temptation to indulge in intemperate activities during the several periods of successive sea days ahead as we transit the Indian Ocean and Red Sea.
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