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Message BMS_20241113055257 from Barbados_Meteorological_Services sent at 01:52:57 on 2024-11-13
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A SMALL CRAFT AND HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR BARBADOS FOR ABOVE NORMAL SWELL HEIGHTS
Effective
01:52:57 2024-11-13
Expires
18:00:00 2024-11-13
Description
Choppy sea conditions along the coastlines of Barbados and in open water are expected throughout the day.
Hazard Info:-
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Possible Impacts
Key Message: Small craft operators should be prepared for the following possibilities in the open waters: Large open water swells can be hazardous to some vessels. Operation of smaller vessels can be difficult at times due to large swells.
What you Should do
- Marine users are encouraged to monitor the BMS, DEM and GIS websites and their respective social media pages along with the local media networks for further information on what to do.
- If you intend to go into the water, it is recommended that you use beaches with on-duty lifeguards.
- Secure objects on the beachfront that may be swept away by the wave action.
Discussion
Above normal northeasterly swells, originating in the central Atlantic Ocean, are currently affecting the island. Sea conditions are forecast to be moderate to rough in open water with these northeasterly swells ranging from 2 to 3 meters during this swell event.
General Information
A small-craft advisory is issued when sustained winds of 20 to 25 knots and/or sea swells of 2.5 to 3.0 meters (8 to 10 feet) and/or reduced visibility (less than 10 km but greater than 5 km) are affecting or forecast to affect the marine area within the next 36 hours. A High Surf Advisory is issued when breaking wave action poses or is forecast to pose a threat to life and property within the surf zone during the next 36 hours. This Small Craft and High Surf Advisory was issued at 6:00am Wednesday 13th November,2024 and will be updated/terminated at 6:00pm Wednesday 13th November,2024 or sooner if conditions warrant.
For more information specific to your area, please visit https://www.barbadosweather.org/marineBarResp.php, our social media pages or call our hotline at 976-2376 or the office at 535-0022.
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Sabu Best
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