Local NewsNewsWeather Small Craft and High Surf Warnings remain in effect for Barbados by Barbados Today 24/07/2020 written by Barbados Today 24/07/2020 1 min read A+A- Reset Share FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail 210 The Small Craft Warning and High Surf Warnings issued earlier today remain in effect for Barbados. This warning is issued when sustained winds more than 30 mph and sea swells greater than 3 metres (greater than 10 feet) are affecting or forecast to affect the marine area within the next 36 hours. A High Surf Warning is issued when breaking wave action results in or is forecast to result in an especially heightened threat to life and property within the surf zone within the next 36 hours. TheBarbados Meteorological Service said in a statement, “Rough sea swells in open water associated with Tropical Storm Gonzalo is forecast to affect the island from Saturday afternoon peaking near 3.5m or 11ft mainly along the eastern coastal zones.” The BMS advised, all marine craft operators and beachgoers to note the following possibilities along the coast and near shore due to the imminent marine threat. Large open water swells can be hazardous to some vessels. Operation of smaller vessels can be difficult at times due to large swells. Sea bathers and small crafts should stay out of the water. (BMS) Barbados Today Stay informed and engaged with our digital news platform. The leading online multimedia news resource in Barbados for news you can trust. You may also like Update: Person of interest identified and charged 18/02/2025 Man remanded on firearm and ammunition charges 18/02/2025 Man charged with handling stolen property granted bail 18/02/2025