1,724,703 People Travelled Between Malta & Gozo In April & June

Jul 18 2023

During the second quarter of 2023, sea transport between Malta and Gozo experienced significant growth in passengers, vehicles, and trips compared to the same period in 2022, a new NSO report reveals.

Between April and June 2023, a total of 11,159 trips were conducted, carrying a significant number of 1,724,703 passengers. The busiest month was June, accounting for 3,904 trips or 35.0% of the total trips for the quarter.

Passenger traffic between Mġarr and Ċirkewwa during the second quarter of 2023 reached 1,541,916, marking a 14.0% increase compared to the corresponding quarter in 2022. April had the highest number of passengers, with 528,924 or 34.3% of the total for the quarter. Vehicle numbers also rose by 4.0% from the previous year, totaling 518,198.

The number of trips during the second quarter amounted to 8,905, reflecting a 2.7% increase compared to the same period in 2022.

May had the highest number of trips, with 3,069 or 34.5% of the total trips for the quarter.

Regarding passenger and vehicle traffic originating from Ċirkewwa and Mġarr terminals, it was observed that Saturdays and Fridays were the busiest days. However, from the Mġarr terminal, Sundays and Saturdays saw the highest passenger traffic, while Sundays and Mondays had the highest vehicle traffic.

In terms of specific data for trips and passengers, during the second quarter of 2023, a total of 2,254 trips carried 182,787 passengers. This represented a significant increase of 35.5% in trips and 44.6% in passengers compared to the same quarter in 2022.

June stood out as the busiest month with 924 trips (41.0% of total trips for the quarter) and 75,749 passengers (41.4% of total passengers for the quarter).

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Calls For Public To Leave Water For Animals In Heatwave

Jul 18 2023

NGO Wildlife Rescue Team Malta took to social media to remind the Maltese public that, whereas we get to cool down from the scorching heat wave under our air conditioners, other animals do not have the luxury.

We often forget that many animals which aren’t normally taken in as pets do not have the luxury to cool down as they are relegated to the outside world.

‘Bats, birds, bees, hedgehogs and all other animals will be desperate for some hydration’, the NGO wrote. ‘Whether you have a doorstep, front yard, a balcony or roof, please leave a shallow bowl of daily fresh water.’

The NGO also left details for information in case people find one of the animals aforementioned in distress.

For hedgehogs, snakes, bats, sea turtles, chameleons call Wildlife Rescue Team Malta on 99999505. For domesticated animals (cats, dogs etc), call Animal Welfare on 1717 whereas for protected birds, call Birdlife Malta on 79255697. For fresh water turtles (terrapins) contact the Malta Herpetological Society.

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Massive Smoke Plume Erupts In Marsa

Jul 18 2023

A massive plume of smoke can be visibly seen from various southern localities in Malta.

It is currently unclear what caused the smoke. More details as the story progresses.

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MaltaDaily has reached out to authorities for further information.

Footage sent to this newsroom shows the massive flames generating the smoke, with authorities on site controlling the flame.

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According to Minister for Home Affairs, Security, Reforms and Equality Byron Camilleri, that tyre and plastic sewer pipes caused the fires in the Marsa area, near the sports complex and horse race course.

Civil Protection are on site working on keeping the flame controlled, with police and other authorities on site as well. People are asked to avoid the area.

More information as the story progresses.

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Isabelle Bonnici Thanks Public For Attending Vigil

Jul 18 2023

Taking to social media, Isabelle Bonnici thanked all those who attended last night’s vigil outside Auberge De Castille in honour of her late son, Jean Paul Sofia.

On behalf of her family and Jean Paul’s loved ones, Isabelle expressed her joy at the courage shown during the vigil, saying that the ‘colour of love was alight through the unity we showed for Jean Paul.’

In a separate post, Isabelle, through the page ‘Għal Jean Paul’, stated that whilst thanking all those who attended the vigil enthusiastically yesterday, ‘if there were any unnecessary comments addressed at the Prime Minister as he exited the building, we surely have nothing to do with it as we had already left.’

‘Obviously, the goal of the vigil was that of love. That’s how it started and that’s how it ended. In fact, I thanked both the Prime Minister and the Opposition Leader publicly.’

‘We remain united only in the name of love’, she finished her statement before expressing and sending her appreciation to those who showed support throughout the entire campaign.

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