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The Crisis Room of the Government of San Andrés confirmed the alert of the category increase of Hurricane ETA, which is at level 3 on the Saffir-Simpson scale, which means that the phenomenon has sustained winds greater than 195 KM / H, with even more powerful gusts.
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According to the latest IDEAM report, the hurricane sIt is located about 240 km from San Andrés and 165 from Providencia. East is moving west at a speed of 15 KM / H; but in the next few hours it is expected to change course towards the Southwest, so its proximity to the Archipelago will extend a little more.
According to reports from the Florida National Hurricane Center (NHC), ETA will be increasing to category 4 before reaching the Nicaraguan coasts and will bring with it a greater increase in waves, especially on the west side of the island, so it suggests traveling through another route in case you need to mobilize in an emergency, due to possible debris that would throw the strong waves that crash against the reef onto the road.
The Harbor Master issued an alert prohibiting the circulation of maritime vessels throughout the island territory, including artisanal fishing boats; Similarly, the Departmental Government issued by Decree 280 of 2020, a general curfew for tourists and residents starting at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 2, and indefinitely closed access to the island’s beaches and keys. until the natural phenomenon completely passes.
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Heavy rains, winds and storms are expected for the next 24 hours and possible bad weather for the rest of the week; Therefore, it is recommended that the resident community and tourists be attentive to the communications and information issued by official entities and other local authorities; heed the indications given, as well as keep preventive measures at home and have an emergency kit at hand.
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Due to bad weather there may be interruptions in the electrical flow, so it is recommended to keep rechargeable phones and batteries charged, as well as communication radios.
TAKEN FROM EL ISLEÑO
