According to the National Weather Office (Onamet), abnormally high seas along the Atlantic and Caribbean coastline as well as thunderstorms will be affecting the island. From Barahona to La Romana swells are expected to be over 8 feet and in the Atlantic from La Altagracia to Puerto Plata, some 7-foot swells are expected. Small boat warnings are in effect. Bathers at the nation’s beaches in these areas should also be aware of the abnormal waves that can produce dangerous rip tides.
Forecaster José Medina predicted thunderstorms for La Altagracia, El Seibo, La Romana, San Pedro de Macoris, Monte Plata, Samana, San Cristobal, Peravia, Azua and Barahona as a result of a tropical wave that is crossing the national territory.
3 August 2017
