BMS issues small craft warning

The Barbados Meterological Services (BMS) has issued a small craft warning and a high surf advisory for above-normal sea swells from 6 a.m on Saturday, July 16 to Sunday, July 17.

The forecasters say strong winds of up to 30 knots associated with a tropical wave will be affecting the island throughout Saturday. In response, seas along the eastern and southern coasts will gradually deteriorate becoming moderate to rough in open water with swells ranging from 2.0 to 3.0 meters. Swells are forecast to reach peak heights overnight Saturday and gradually improve throughout Sunday.

The BMS has advised all marine craft operators and beachgoers along the eastern and southern coasts to be alert for the following.
-Large open water swells can be hazardous to some vessels.
– Operation of smaller vessels can be difficult at times due to large swells.
-Some beach erosion is inevitable with most or all beaches submerged particularly below the cliffs and specifically at times of high tide.
-Possible loss of life or injury. (BMS)