The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has advised that a High-Surf Advisory remains in effect for the western coastlines of Barbados as choppy sea conditions, generated by northerly swells, continue to affect the island.
These conditions are expected to peak on Monday before gradually subsiding from Tuesday
Small craft operators and beachgoers along the northern and western coasts should prepare for the medium possibility of wave overtopping onto roads and coastal property. Beach erosion is also possible, with some beaches likely to be submerged during high tide
Marine users and beachgoers are strongly advised to heed the guidance of NCC lifeguards and follow recommendations from the relevant authorities. Members of the public should also monitor updates from the BMS, the Department of Emergency Management (DEM), the Government Information Service (GIS), and local media networks.
The swells are being generated by an area of low pressure in the far northern Atlantic — the remnants of Hurricane Erin — which continues to produce moderate northerly swells. These are expected to propagate southward into eastern Caribbean waters, reaching peak heights of 2.0 to 2.5 metres.
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 over the next 48 hours.
This updated advisory was issued at 12 noon today and will remain in effect until 6 a.m. on Tuesday. (BMS)
