The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has issued a small craft advisory as windy conditions are expected to impact open waters around Barbados tonight, Saturday, May 24.
According to the advisory, strong surface winds peaking near 25 knots (45 km/h), with higher gusts near showers, are forecast due to the passage of a tropical wave. Marine conditions are expected to remain moderate, with easterly swells ranging from 2.0 to 2.5 meters (7 to 8 feet).
The advisory warns that small craft operators should exercise caution as choppy seas could present hazards to some vessels.
The advisory, issued at 6 p.m. today, will remain in effect until 6 a.m. Monday, May 26, unless conditions improve earlier.
A small craft advisory is typically issued when sustained winds of 20 to 25 knots (35 to 45 km/h) are forecast to affect the marine area within 36 hours. (BMS)
