27TH April 2011 – A broad area of high pressure over the western Atlantic will
continue producing a moderate to fresh trade wind across the Virgin Islands today
and continuing into tonight. The winds will, in turn, transport pockets of
moisture across the islands.
Wx: Skies over the British Virgin Islands will be partly cloudy
with scattered showers.
Winds: East 14 – 18 kts, increasing to 26 kts over open
waters.
Seas: Moderate to rough; swells 5 – 7 ft or 1.5 – 2.2 M. A
small craft advisory is in effect for unsettled marine conditions.
The DDM will continue to monitor the weather conditions and advise the
public accordingly. Visit the DDM’s website at www.bviddm.com and subscribe to
receive updates.
Disclaimer:
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is not an official Meteorological
Office. The Information disseminated by the Department is gathered from a
number of professional sources used or contracted by the DDM to provide such
information. This information is to be used as a guide by anyone who has interest
in local weather conditions. By no means can the DDM or the BVI Government be
held accountable by anyone who uses this information appropriately for legal
evidence or in justification of any decision which may result in the loss of
finances, property or life.
