Temporary closed area for the directed Atlantic halibut fishery

Licence holders are advised that a temporary closure area for a portion of Division 4T is in place due to the excessive cod by-catch previously observed. This area will remain closed until further notice and is contained within the straight lines delineated by the following points:

1. 49°02'00" N 64°10'00" 0

2. 48°31'00" N 62°37'00" 0

3. 48°23'00" N 63°08'00" 0

4. 48°46'00" N 64°10'00" 0

5. 49°02'00" N 64°10'00" O