**Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service** : URGENT MARINE WEATHER ALERT ?
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT
Issued: 8:45 PM | Sunday, May 11, 2025
? From the **[Antigua& Barbuda](https://antiguanewsroom.com/small-craft-advisory-for-antigua-barbuda-montserrat-st-kitts-nevis-and-anguilla/?swcfpc=1)** Meteorological Services
? Hazardous Marine Conditions Expected!
This advisory is in effect for Antigua, Barbuda, Anguilla, and the British Virgin Islands due to strong winds and dangerous seas.
? Areas Affected:
Mainly open waters on the northern and eastern sides of the islands, up to 20 nautical miles out.
? Timing:
? **[Antigua& Barbuda ](https://antiguanewsroom.com/small-craft-advisory-for-antigua-barbuda-montserrat-st-kitts-nevis-and-anguilla/?swcfpc=1)**– Until Wednesday morning
? Anguilla – Monday morning to Monday night
? BVI – Mid-morning to Monday night
?️ Conditions:
▪️ Winds: 14–20 knots (up to 28 mph), with gusts up to 24 knots
▪️ Seas: 6 to 11 feet (1.8 to 3.4 metres)
▪️ Wind-wave period: 6–9 seconds
⚠️ Potential Impacts Include:
• Loss of life at sea
• Injuries to mariners
• Capsizing or damage to vessels
• Disruption to fishing & marine transport
• Financial losses for coastal businesses
? SAFETY NOTICE:
Inexperienced mariners and small craft operators should avoid going out to sea. Conditions are dangerous and can worsen rapidly.
