Published 21 January 2026
Buckie Got It
St. Kitts and Nevis News Source
A High Surf Advisory is in effect for St. Kitts and Nevis
From: Tuesday afternoon (January 21st) – To: Thursday night (January 23rd).
Potential Impacts:
Loss of life – strong currents that can carry even the strongest swimmers out to sea.
Injuries to beachgoers.
Beach erosion.- Sea water splashing onto low-lying coastal roads.
Beach closures.
Localised disruptions to marine recreation and businesses.
Financial losses.
Damage to coral reefs.
Saltwater intrusion and disruptions to potable water from desalination.
High surfs can knock spectators off exposed rocks and jetties.
Precautionary Measures:
Beachgoers, especially those visiting the mainly affected coastlines, should be extremely cautious.
Bathe only where lifeguards are present or on the sheltered, less affected beaches, mainly to the south.- Extreme caution is required by those using the affected non-beach or rocky coastlines.
If caught in a rip current:
- Relax and float.
Don’t swim against the current.
Swim in a direction following the shoreline.
If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
