**Small Craft Warning** – Antigua, Barbuda, Anguilla, and the British Virgin Islands
Issued: **9:45 AM Friday, 04 April 2025**
**Key Details:**
– **Affected Areas:** Open waters to the north, east, and south of the islands
– **Timing:**
– **Antigua & Barbuda**: Until Friday afternoon
– **Anguilla**: Until Friday evening
– **British Virgin Islands**: Until Friday night
**Hazardous Conditions Expected:**
– **Winds:** 26 to 39 km/h (14 to 21 knots) with gusts up to 61 km/h (33 knots)
– **Seas:** Significant wave heights of 2.4 to 3.4 meters (8 to 11 feet), occasionally reaching 4 meters (13 feet)
– **Wind Swells:** Up to 3.1 meters (10 feet) or higher
– **Threat Level:** **High** – Risk of life-threatening impacts to mariners, vessels, and infrastructure
**What You Should Do:**
– Small craft operators should **stay in port**, seek safe harbour, or secure vessels.
– Avoid open waters due to **high winds** and **hazardous sea conditions**.
**Potential Impacts:**
– Loss of life
– Vessel damage or loss
– Sea transportation disruptions
– Cancellations of marine activities
– Economic losses
Stay informed and **prioritize safety**!
