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A MAJOR squall is passing thru Bonaire..the winds are easily gusting beyond 40!! Heavy rain..gotta run..

 

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Well the sun quickly faded. I took the dogs south past the salt hills and the rains returned. The winds were howling and it was raining cats and dogs. It’s rather cool outside. Wouldn’t you know I have two loads of laundry to hang. It’s ok, I needed a weather change and our island really needed rain.

 

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Well, once again, www.windguru.cz nailed their forecast. As promised major heavy duty rain fell in Bonaire late yesterday afternoon. The winds were gale force and the amount of rain was substantial. My rain barrel filled up and the yard was massive puddles. Prior to this, we lost power in the Belnem area. I am not sure about other areas. I sat with the doggies outside on the covered patio with a sweatshirt on and read with a flashlight. Finished Sky Burial, a story about Tibet. FANTASTIC.

 

The winds are strong today but there are puffy clouds with peaking sun.

 

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We have had intermittent downpours that last 2-5 minutes. What a tease!

 

From www.meteo.an

 

Weather forecast for the ABC Islands valid until Saturday midday 12:00 AST, July 04, 2009.
Last updated: Friday July 03, 2009, 11:00 AST (15:00 UTC)

.........SMALL CRAFT EXERCISE CAUTION............

 

Weather:
Today: Partly cloudy, briefly mostly cloudy with a chance of a local shower.
Tonight through Saturday midday: Variably cloudy with a few showers with a slight risk of thunder.

Forecast high will be 33°C (92°F), and low 26°C (79°F).
Sunrise will occur at 06:15 A.M. and Sunset at 7:04 P.M.

Winds:
Easterly and moderate to fresh; force 4 to 5 (20 to 39 km/hour, 11 to 21 knots)
Occasionally strong to near gale in gusts; force 6 to 7 ( 40 to 61 km/hour, 22 to 33 knots).

Synopsis: A tropical wave was located just East of the Eastern Caribbean. Most of the associated weather lies well ahead of the wave and is expected to reach our region during the next 24 hours. Therefore, expect as from later tonight an increase in clouds and conditions that are favorable for shower activity across the local islands. Furthermore, moderate to strong winds will result in moderate to locally fairly rough sea conditions. Marine users are urged to take this into account.

Sea conditions:
With wave heights of 3 to 7 feet, sea conditions will be moderate to locally fairly rough; temporarily and locally seas could reach 8 ft. Small craft should exercise caution over open waters.

Tropical weather: None.

Special Features: None.

Outlook until Sunday midday:
Mainly partly cloudy with a chance of a local shower. Sea conditions will remain locally fairly rough.

Forecaster: Figueroa

 

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Does anyone want to join me in a rain dance..we need it badly…

 

Winds are averaging 24 knots at Lac Bay with MUCH higher gusts. My 4.2 meter sail was perfect for windsurfing today.

 

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Weather forecast for the ABC Islands valid until Thursday morning 06:00 AST, July 2, 2009.
Last updated: Wednesday July 01, 2009, 05:00 AST (09:00 UTC)

Weather:
Today: Generally partly cloudy with chance of an isolated shower.
Tonight through Thursday morning: Partly cloudy, occasionally mostly cloudy with a few local showers and gusty winds.

Forecast high will be 33°C (92°F), and low 26°C (79°F).
Sunrise will occur at 06:14 A.M. and Sunset at 7:04 P.M.

Winds:
East to Southeast and moderate to fresh; force 4 to 5 (20 to 39 km/hour, 11 to 21 knots)
Occasionally strong to near gale in gusts; force 6 to 7 ( 40 to 61 km/hour, 22 to 33 knots).

Synopsis: A tropical wave moves West over the Tropical Atlantic while advancing the Southeastern Caribbean. Periodical cloudiness with increasing chances of rain is expected to characterize the second half of the current week.

Sea conditions:
With wave heights of 3 to 7 feet, sea condition will be generally moderate.

Tropical weather: None.

Special Features: None.

Outlook until Friday morning:
Variably cloudy with a chance of a few local showers.

Forecaster: Abraham.

The next weather forecast will be issued on Wednesday at 12:00 AST (16:00 UTC)

 

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It was averaging 23 knots all AM whilst I sat in a meeting at Bonaire Windsurf Place. I kept reading the wind gauge. The rest of the week looks nuclear. I wish we could get some rain. The island is parched and brown. Just back from Anguilla..

 

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Ann Phelan

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May and June are stellar months for wind..it’s hot about 28 c but the wind is refreshing. The entire landscape is brown from serious lack of rain. I wish we could have one day to soak the plants and give a nice drink to the wild donkeys and goats…

 

We are gearing up for www.bonaireslalomworld.com and www.prokidsfreestyle.com.

 

I am just back from 3 nights in Anguilla. Man, I love that island. Check out www.anguillabliss.com

 

 

 

Ann Phelan

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From www.meteo.an

 

Weather forecast for the ABC Islands valid until Thursday morning 06:00 AST, June 18, 2009.
Last updated: Wednesday June 17, 2009, 06:00 AST (10:00 UTC)

Weather:
Today and Thursday: Generally partly cloudy.

Forecast high will be 32 º C , and low 25 º C.
Sunrise will occur at 06:11 A.M. and Sunset will be at 7:02 P.M.

Winds:
East to Southeast and gentle to moderate; force 3 to 4 (12 to 30 km/hour, 7 to 16 knots)
Occasionally fresh and mainly during daytime, strong in gusts; force 5 to 6 ( 31 to 50 km/hour,
17 to 27 knots)

Synopsis: No significant changes expected in the current weather pattern.
A generally partly cloudy sky is expected to prevail.

Sea conditions:
With wave heights of 3 to 6 feet seas will be mainly moderate.

Tropical weather: None.

Special Features: None.

Outlook until Friday morning:
Generally partly cloudy and continuing dry weather condition.

 

Ann Phelan

Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations  "creating dream vacations since 1988"

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Greetings

 

Bonaire has been experiencing BIG wind and hot temps. This weekend is the Bonaire Jazz Festival http://www.bonairejazz.com/ and then after that Dive Into Summer Program. http://www.bonairediveintosummer.com/

 

July is an exciting month when we host the IFCA Bonaire Slalom Worlds and Pro Kids. I work the press and hospitality desk at both and love the energy.  Take a peak at www.bonairebliss.com for island updates.

 

Ann Phelan

Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations  "creating dream vacations since 1988"

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Greetings

 

Bonaire is experiencing heavy duty winds. May is typically windy so this is to be expected. No rain to speak of…

 

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Ann Phelan

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Bonaire dogs are superdogs

 

Animal Shelter Bonaire launches dog sterilization campaign

 

"Bonny the Superdog" is a new initiative of the Animal Shelter Bonaire targeted at reducing the growing number of unwanted and neglected dogs, through a sterilization project. Goal is to sterilize 500 dogs within a one year period, starting as from May 15th 2009.

 

There are already too many dogs on Bonaire. The reason is that many dogs just run loose and get pregnant at a young age. That is why everyday new puppies are born and too many of them have no future. As most people don’t want so many dogs, they drop them off at the shelter or let them roam around. The dogs become stray dogs; they have no food, become sick, aggressive and cause problems. Because of this every year 1000 dogs are put to sleep. This can be prevented!

 

The best way to keep a dog healthy and prevent it from roaming around, is to have it sterilized. This is the best alternative for the dog owners and their dogs, and it prevents animal suffering. Female dogs are more alert after being spayed. Male dogs tend to stay around the house more after being neutered, since they are no longer interested in female dogs in heat. Therefore sterilizing of all dogs is beneficial.

 

Apart from sterilizing the animals, the Animal Shelter Bonaire also wants the residents of Bonaire to become more conscious of the importance of having their animals neutered, not only to prevent suffering amongst the animals but also for their own peace of mind.

 

The sterilization campaign "Bonny the Superdog" has been set up by the loyal volunteers of the Animal Shelter Bonaire; T-shirts and flyers have been designed and printed, all is pre-financed by the shelter.

 

Website Bonny the Superdog: www.bonnysuperdog.com
Website Animal Shelter Bonaire: www.animalshelterbonaire.com