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High surf seen to subside today
A large northwest swell created by northwest winds behind a cold front near Japan and persistent strong northeast winds are creating a large northeast swell. These swells will maintain hazardous surf for the Marianas the next few days.
A high surf advisory remains in effect until 6pm today, Thursday. Surf is currently hazardous at 9 to 11 feet on north and west facing reefs. Surf will begin to subside today and could fall below hazardous levels Thursday night.
The northeast swell has decreased enough to allow surf to decrease to below hazardous levels of 7 to 9 feet along east facing reefs.
Minor beach erosion and strong rip currents are possible in beaches along coastlines facing north and west.
A small craft advisory remains in effect until 6pm Thursday.
Fresh to strong winds of 20 to 25 knots with near gale gusts are expected through Thursday. Combined seas of 10 to 12 feet will likely remain hazardous through Thursday.
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid sailing in these conditions. Avoid venturing near reefs along exposed beaches especially those facing north and west as rip currents will be life threatening. (EOC)
