BY JOHN HOUANIHAU

The Solomon Islands meteorological service at 4:00pm yesterday afternoon on Thursday October 9th 2025 issued strong wind warning number six.

SIMS said that a strong wind warning is current for waters of Temotu, Makira, and Rennell/Bellona provinces.

According to SIMS, situation: a general easterly wind flow is over the Solomon Islands.

The SIMS statement said expect easterly winds to reach 20 to 25 knots over waters of Temotu, Makira, and Rennell/Bellona provinces.

The SIMS further advised that seas will be moderate to rough with moderate swells (2.5 – 3.0 meters).

“People in those areas should take precautionary measures as such strong winds have the potential to impact lives and properties. Sea travelers are urged to consider safety actions as such winds can produce dangerous wave conditions which are hazardous to small boats,” a SIMS statement said.

The statement also appealed to general public to share this information to people with disabilities.