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EMO warns of high surf yesterday
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Posted on Mar 25 2008
The CNMI Emergency Management Office issued a high surf advisory yesterday, warning the public of hazardous waters, particularly in north-facing reefs.
Based on the information received from the National Weather Service in Tiyan Guam, EMO said that large north swells generated by a strong storm east of Japan will produce high surf on north facing reefs of the Mariana Islands. The high surf was expected to last through last night.
The high surf advisory was in effect until 6pm yesterday.
A high surf advisory means that hazardous surf and dangerous rip currents will affect north facing reefs. Expect hazardous surf of 10 to 12 feet along north facing reefs during the advisory period. The surf is expected to begin subsiding Tuesday and fall below levels by Tuesday night.
EMO strongly advises the public—especially fishermen, tour operators, divers and swimmers—to stay out of the water, or avoid venturing exposed beaches, especially along north facing reefs where rip currents will be life-threatening, while the advisory is in effect. (EMO)
