Marine model data over the past few days has been consistent in forecasting a deterioration in sea conditions from tomorrow, Thursday 9th January 2020 and into the following week. A strong high-pressure system centered over the central North Atlantic in addition to a frontal boundary is forecast to generate strong surface winds of up to 25 knots or 46 km/h resulting in rough sea conditions with swells up to 12 feet by Friday.
As a result, a High-Surf Advisory and Small-Craft Warning will be issued for Dominica from tomorrow, Thursday 9th January 2020.
Large waves and dangerous rip-currents during this time could create unsafe conditions for small-craft operators along the coastlines of Dominica. These conditions could become even more adverse at times of high tide. People should stay out of the water.
All residents, particularly sea users, people living near the coast and those traversing coastal areas, are advised to be vigilant, to exercise extreme caution and to pay special attention for any updates from the Dominica Meteorological Services.
