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Marine Warnings Issued for St. Thomas and St. John Amid Dangerous Swell Activity

  • Staff Consortium
  • November 16, 2024

Residents and visitors in St. Thomas and St. John are being advised to exercise caution as hazardous marine and coastal conditions, brought about by a northerly swell, are expected to persist through at least Monday. The National Weather Service (NWS) in San Juan issued a marine hazard advisory highlighting the affected areas, including north-facing beaches of St. Thomas, St. John, northern Puerto Rico, and Culebra. While conditions are expected to gradually improve starting Tuesday, the NWS stresses vigilance until the swell subsides. The following warnings are in effect for St. Thomas, St. John, and neighboring regions: High Surf Advisory and Rip Current Statement: These conditions are impacting north-facing beaches, including those in St. Thomas, St. John, northern Puerto Rico, and Culebra. Swimmers are urged to avoid entering the water due to the life-threatening risk posed by rip currents and large breaking waves. Small Craft Advisory: Issued for the Atlantic waters a...

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