STRONG WIND WHAT TO DO INFORMATION
Following the Strong Wind Warning Number Eight issued by the Solomon Islands Meteorological Services (SIMS) at 7:00 AM this Morning on Friday 28th February, 2025, the NEOC is issuing this Strong Wind What to Do Information bulletin and is current for Rennell/Bellona, Waters South of Western, Guadalcanal and Central Provinces. This Strong Wind What to Do Information bulletin is current until a CANCELLATION advice is issued by the SIMS.
Such strong wind can cause rough seas and damage to buildings. People are advised to take this strong wind what to do information seriously.
RECOMMENDED SAFETY ACTIONS:
- FOR VILLAGE LEADERS / FAMILIES
- Stay indoor as much as possible.
- Make sure your neighbours and vulnerable people have received this advice
- Strengthen home buildings to withstand against strong winds.
- Avoid going out to the sea for fishing, as the sea will be rough.
- If you are outside during the strong wind, take cover next to a building or under a shelter.
- Watch for flying debris. Tree branches may break, and street signs may become loose during strong wind.
- Beware of large waves, even from the shore as large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea.
- Be cautious overtaking high-sided vehicles.
- If a line falls on your car, stay inside the vehicle as you could be electrocuted if you touch the ground.
- FOR BOATS AND SHIPS
- Mariners are advised to be extra cautious when planning or traveling out at sea.
- Avoid traveling at all during bad weather.
- When going out in the sea, always inform someone of where about you are going and your expected time of travel.
- Take extra fuel, puddles, lifejackets, torch-light, spare batteries, water, and some food when traveling.
- Minimize the number of people if travelling.
- People are advised to listen to SIBC and other FM radio stations for any latest update on the situation.
Please share this information to people with disabilities.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
For more details of the current strong wind warning, please visit www.met.gov.sb or CALL: 933 (WEATHER) or 955 (DISASTER) or 999 (POLICE) or 977 (MARINE) or Check your nearest Provincial Emergency Operation Centre (PEOC) or your nearest Police station.
Visit your nearest Provincial Emergency Operation Centres or your nearest police station, or Email: NEOC@ndmo.gov.sb
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