Hazardous Sea Conditions Expected to Impact St. Thomas, St. John, and Northern Beaches Across the Region

Hazardous and rough seas driven by northerly swell pulses are creating life-threatening conditions along the northern beaches of the U.S. Virgin Islands, Culebra, and Puerto Rico, the National Weather Service in San Juan, Puerto Rico announced early Friday. High rip current risk and high surf advisories are in effect as large breaking waves, some reaching up to 11 feet, pose significant threats to swimmers and coastal areas. The hazardous conditions will affect the northern beaches of St. Thomas and St. John, as well as north-facing beaches of Puerto Rico, from Rincón to Fajardo, and Culebra. These dangers are expected to persist and expand through the weekend, with the most severe impacts expected along exposed coastlines. For marine areas, Atlantic waters and local Caribbean passages will remain dangerous for small craft operators through at least next Sunday. Specific Hazards and Their Impacts Small Craft Advisory: Rough seas will create hazardous conditions for small boats, wit...