BY DOUGLAS VAHIA
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service (SIMS) has issued Strong Wind Warning Number Seventy-One at 4:00pm yesterday afternoon, covering all waters of Solomon Islands.
According to the Meteorology Service, a general southeasterly wind flow continues to persist over the country, with southeasterly winds expected to reach 20 to 25 knots across all Solomon Islands waters.
Sea conditions are forecasted to be moderate to rough, with moderate southeasterly swells of between 2.5 and 3.5 meters. Poor visibility is also expected in areas experiencing showers and thunderstorms.
SIMS urges residents in affected areas to take precautionary measures and warns that strong winds have the potential to impact both lives and property.
Sea travellers, in particular, are urged to take safety precautions, as the conditions can produce dangerous wave patterns that are hazardous to small boats.
SIMS has also stated that this information be shared with people with disabilities to ensure the warning reaches all members of the community.
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