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Answer the following question:
State two geographical problems faced by this harbor.
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Solution
- Severe tropical cyclones in the month of October – November which frequently originate in the Bay of Bengal, pose serious threats to fishermen.
- The port is ill-suited for large ships because of the lesser depth of water near the coast.
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