Published 21 January 2026
Buckie Got It
St. Kitts and Nevis News Source
π A High Surf Advisory is in effect for St. Kitts and Nevis
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From: Tuesday afternoon (January 21st) β To: Thursday night (January 23rd).
Potential Impacts:
- β οΈ Loss of life β strong currents that can carry even the strongest swimmers out to sea.
- π€ Injuries to beachgoers.
- ποΈ Beach erosion.
- π Sea water splashing onto low-lying coastal roads.
- β Beach closures.
- π€ Localised disruptions to marine recreation and businesses.
- πΈ Financial losses.
- πͺΈ Damage to coral reefs.
- π§ Saltwater intrusion and disruptions to potable water from desalination.
- πͺ¨ High surfs can knock spectators off exposed rocks and jetties.
Precautionary Measures:
- ποΈ Beachgoers, especially those visiting the mainly affected coastlines, should be extremely cautious.
- π Bathe only where lifeguards are present or on the sheltered, less affected beaches, mainly to the south.
- πͺ¨ Extreme caution is required by those using the affected non-beach or rocky coastlines.
If caught in a rip current:
- π Relax and float.
- π« Donβt swim against the current.
- πββοΈ Swim in a direction following the shoreline.
- πββοΈ If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
