BY JOHN HOUANIHAU
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service (SIMS) has issued a strong wind warning for parts of the country.
The warning, issued at 4:00 pm yesterday, remains in effect for the waters of Rennell and Bellona, southern Makira, Western Province, Guadalcanal, Temotu Province, and the Russell Islands.
SIMS is also cautioning sea travellers and communities to take necessary safety precautions.
According to SIMS, a persistent southeasterly wind flow over the country is expected to generate east to southeast winds of between 20 and 25 knots across the affected areas.
Sea conditions are forecasted to be moderate to rough, with southeasterly swells reaching between 2.5 and 3.0 metres. Visibility is also expected to be poor in areas experiencing showers and thunderstorms.
The weather office said that the strong winds have the potential to impact lives and property and urged people living in the affected areas to take precautionary measures.
Sea travelers, particularly operators of small boats, have been advised to exercise extreme caution as the strong winds could produce dangerous wave conditions.
SIMS also calls on the public to share the warning information with people living with disabilities to ensure they are aware of the potential risks.
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