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Public warned: Dangerous surf until Friday
The CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management issued a high surf and small craft advisory yesterday to warn the public of dangerous surf that is expected to last until Friday.
According to the agency, fresh to strong trade winds and combined seas of 10 to 12 feet will produce hazardous conditions for operators of small craft for the next couple of days.
The high surf advisory remains in effect until 6pm Friday, while the small craft advisory will also be in effect until 6pm Friday.
Hazardous surf of 7 to 10 feet is expected along north facing reefs through Friday afternoon.
Winds of 20 to 30 knots and combined seas of 10 to 12 feet will produce hazardous conditions for operators of small craft through at least today, Thursday. Conditions should slowly improve on Friday.
Mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid boating in these conditions. If travel by boat is necessary, exercise caution, especially near reef lines and when entering or leaving harbors and inlets. Avoid venturing near exposed reefs and beaches, especially those along north facing reefs as rip currents are life threatening. (PR)
