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Strong Wind and Large Waves Advisory for inshore areas of south coast issued September 9 at 6:00 PM UTC until September 9 at 11:00 PM UTC, Jamaica

Event time: Last updated: Sep 18, 2026 Jamaica
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The Meteorological Service has issued a Strong Wind and Large Wave Advisory for inshore areas of south coast. Sustained wind speeds of 20-25 knots and wave heights up to 2 metres are expected.

Sea conditions for small boats will become dangerous. Take extra precautions if you go to sea.

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Measurements

Coordinates17.8352, -77.1955
Regioninshore areas of south coast
Location Precisionpolygon
Issuing AuthorityJamaica — jm-jms-en
Cap UrgencyFuture
Cap CertaintyLikely
Cap Expires2026-09-09T18:00:00-05:00

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