BY JOHN HOUANIHAU
A special weather advisory remains in force for all provinces as a tropical low continues to affect the Solomon Islands.
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Services (SIMS), in its Special Weather Bulletin Number Two issued at 1:30pm yesterday, reported that Tropical Low 37U was located at 11:00am about 142 nautical miles southwest of Rendova Island in Western Province.
The Tropical Low 37U, with a central pressure of 1003 hectopascals, is moving west-southwest at four knots towards Rossel Island in Papua New Guinea.
SIMS said that Western Province will experience gale force winds ranging from 34 to 47 knots while Choiseul and Isabel provinces are expected to face winds of up to 33 knots, while other provinces will experience strong winds of 20 to 25 knots.
Sea conditions are expected to deteriorate, with rough seas and moderate swells between 2.5 and 3.5 metres, increasing the risk of coastal flooding according to SIMS.
SIMS adds that widespread heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecasted across the country.
SIMS also raised concerns over possible flooding and landslides, especially in low-lying areas and communities near rivers and steep slopes and urges the public to take precautionary measures.
SIMS further said that sea travellers are advised to consider safety actions due to reduced visibility, while motorists are warned not to cross flooded rivers or streams of unknown depth.
The Meteorological Service advises residents to stay informed through SIBC and other media outlets for further updates and as they continue to monitor the tropical low.
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