BY LORETTA B MANELE

Solomon Islands Meteorological Services (SIMS) issued a “Strong Wind Warning Number Twelve” yesterday.

In the warning, SIMS said this strong wind warning is current for most waters of Solomon Islands.

SIMS said the situation is that an active trough lies over Solomon Islands and it links to a tropical low located west of Vanuatu.

The SIMS statement said north-westerly winds to reach 20 to 25 knots over most waters of Solomon Islands is expected and seas will be moderate to rough with low to moderate west to northwest swells of 2.5 to 3 meters.

SIMS said poor visibility in heavy rain and thunderstorms areas is also expected.

“People in those areas should take precautionary measures as such strong winds have the potential to impact lives and properties.

“Sea travellers are urged to consider safety actions as such winds can produce dangerous wave conditions which are hazardous to small boats,” said SIMS.

SIMS urges the public to share this information with people with disabilities.

The next strong wind warning is scheduled to have been issued this morning at 7am.

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