Local News Weather Beachgoers advised to use beaches with lifeguards Barbados Today21/01/202501.7K views File photo. The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has advised members of the public who intend to go to the beach to use locations with an on-duty lifeguard. In its latest Small Craft Warning and High Surf Advisory, the BMS also recommended that small craft operators be prepared for the possibility of large open-water swells, which can be hazardous to some vessels. “Secure objects on the beachfront that may be swept away by the wave action . . . . 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. There is also the potential for loss of life or injury,” said the BMS, which added that “a strengthening Atlantic high-pressure system is generating strong surface to low-level winds across the region.” “As a result, seas are rough, with swell heights of 2.5m to 3.0m in open water reported from a NOAA buoy east of Barbados. Model guidance continues to indicate that these conditions will persist throughout the remainder of the week . . .” The BMS said the Small Craft Warning and High Surf Advisory will be updated on Thursday afternoon or sooner if conditions warrant. (BMS/BT)
The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has advised members of the public who intend to go to the beach to use locations with an on-duty lifeguard. In its latest Small Craft Warning and High Surf Advisory, the BMS also recommended that small craft operators be prepared for the possibility of large open-water swells, which can be hazardous to some vessels. “Secure objects on the beachfront that may be swept away by the wave action . . . . 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. There is also the potential for loss of life or injury,” said the BMS, which added that “a strengthening Atlantic high-pressure system is generating strong surface to low-level winds across the region.” “As a result, seas are rough, with swell heights of 2.5m to 3.0m in open water reported from a NOAA buoy east of Barbados. Model guidance continues to indicate that these conditions will persist throughout the remainder of the week . . .” The BMS said the Small Craft Warning and High Surf Advisory will be updated on Thursday afternoon or sooner if conditions warrant. (BMS/BT)