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| - clear skies again |
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The Sahara Dust
cloud is gone and the skies are clear. Winds are moderate. Great diving
conditions. Good kite sailing and windsurfing using bigger rigs...Enjoy the
day!
Ann Phelan
Caribbean Wind & Sun
Vacations
www.bonairecaribbean.com
Skype:caribchakita
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
508-644-8491 US Voice Mail
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| - Strange Sun |
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Today is an
interesting day. The sun has had a rainbow ring around it all day..what does
that mean? The winds are howling...all windsurfers are in
heaven...
Annie
Ann Phelan
Caribbean Wind & Sun
Vacations
www.bonairecaribbean.com
Skype:caribchakita
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
508-644-8491 US Voice Mail
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| - Windy Morning |
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Yesterday the
weather was strange. It was very murky out..sort of hazy and humid..not a clear
day at all. The wind was howling at night so the kids at Bonaire Windsurf Place
put on a show before the Wed. night BBQ. Lots of fun. Now, the winds are howling
and again, a gray day..
Ann Phelan
Caribbean Wind & Sun
Vacations
www.bonairecaribbean.com
Skype:caribchakita
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
508-644-8491 US Voice Mail
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| - Day long squalls |
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Bonaire has
experience squalls, high winds, rain and wind shifts all day. The sky was black
in some areas. I did my bi weekly hike up to the shrine at Sera Largu and was
greeted by a HUGE monsoon like squall soaking me to the skin as I
headed down the hill. What weather!!
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - La Nina?? |
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Should we be thanking La Nina for the 7 straight weeks of wind in the ABC's? There was a slight respite last week with lighter winds but wow, everyone is SO happy. If you need a wind fix, Bonaire is the place. Today in between my two sessions I captured some NICE shots of the Bonaire Team..wish I knew how to post...haa.. Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Windy and Wild Bonaire |
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Today sailors were
delighted windsurfing in solid 4.5 conditions. I was well powered and
overpowered on a 4.2 meter sail with gusts easily topping 32 mph. The wild winds
of January are continuing into February. What luck!
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Heavy rains and sea swell in Bonaire |
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There was heavy
rains in BON last night. The sea was pounding the sea walls with a heavy surf.
Let's see what today brings.
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Winds like the ole days |
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January has been an
incredibly windy month in January. The windsurfers are
happy.
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Heaven sends more rain to little Bonaire |
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When will the rainy
season end? Today we had CRANKING winds, about 30 mph at times. Around 1, the
skies opened up and it poured for a good part of the afternoon. Perfect timing
for my siesta. I was lulled to sleep by the winds and torrential rains.
It's not been a
great week for tanning but man, the windsurfers are happy.
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Happy New Year from Windy and Sunny Bonaire |
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The New Year started
off with super winds for sailing on my 4.7 meter sail. I was one of the few on
the water at 9:30 AM to catch the wind. The skies are filled with puffy clouds
with plenty of sun for the tourists and divers.
According to www.bonairewebcams.com, we have had
over 9" of rain since Nov. 2005. For me, a New Englander, I love the rain...but
I know soon the season ends and drier conditions will
prevail.
Happy New
Year!
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Rainy Holidays in Bonaire |
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The container of
fireworks arrived this week and it's rocking here on little Bonaire. You can
legally buy almost EVERYTHING on every street corner of Bonaire. My 13 year old
has her own little arsenal ready for tonight.
The business light
off their Pagada's today (good luck for the New Year I think..can anyone lend
info on this??) ...the streets will be lined in red paper soon...last night
the sky was gray with smoke. There were some incredible fireworks displays
as a prelude to tonight's events. Around 11 PM the rains came
and everyone ran home..it poured for close to 45 minutes.
Off to finish shopping and get ready for the arrival of the New Year... Blessings to
all...
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Xmas trades kicked in |
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Dec. 24 and 25th the
windsurfers were in heaven. Winds were howling but the skies were gray with much
rain. Today the wind shut off and the blue skies returned. The island is green
and all is calm.
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Happy Holidays from Bonaire! |
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Happy Holidays and a Wonderful New Year from
Bonaire!
All is calm all is bright on our little island
today!
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Happy Saturday |
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The sun is peeking out in Bonaire after another stormy night. The winds are much lighter this morning. Yesterday it was gusting to over 40 in Sorobon after dawn. I had an overpowered windsurf session on my 4.7 and was too tired to switch to my 4.2. I am aching after several great days of windsurfing. No complaints here.. My Starlet's full of holes so I know today will be another day of wet driving...HUGE puddles to negotiate all over Bonaire... Stay warm all in the US. I saw the weather map on The Weather Channel and the entire country looks frigid..
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Holy COW..it's
nuking in Bonaire. All of the lucky tourists on island this week are seeing the
best winds in months. More to come this weekend.
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Massive rains and winds in Bonaire |
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We have had a day of
torrential downpours and most recently some severe wind gusts. It was like a
hurricane knocking over tables and plants at my house. I took off fast to the
windsurf site, Sorobon for a quick session and was tossed thru my sail. The
skies are dark and it's looking like more rain soon.
From www.meteo.an
Weather forecast for the ABC Islands valid until Thursday evening
18:00
AST.
Weather: This afternoon: Partly cloudy, occasionally mostly cloudy with a few passing showers. Tonight: Partly to mostly cloudy with a few more showers. Some of these could be locally heavy. Thursday: Mostly cloudy with periods of showers and a risk of thunder at times. Some of the showers will be locally heavy. Winds: This afternoon through Thursday: East to Northeast and gentle to fresh; force 3 to 5 ( 13 to 39 km/ hr, 7 to 21 knots). Mainly during daytime and in showers, occasionally strong to near gale force in gusts; force 6 to 7 (40 to 61 km/ hr, 22 to 33 knots). Synopsis: A mid and upper level disturbance was located Wednesday over the Southeastern Caribbean Area and was moving West. This system will cause a gradual increase in cloudiness and shower activity over our region during the next 24 hours. Especially on Thursday, some of these showers will be locally heavy and there is also a risk of thunder over some sections of our islands. In addition to the influence of this disturbance, the surface winds over our region are also expected to increase and especially in or near showers, these could briefly become gusty. Sea Conditions: With expected wave heights between 1.5 to 2.5 meter (4 to 8 feet), our surrounding waters will be rather rough. Occupants of small craft and swimmers are therefore advised to take this into account and not to venture far from our shores. For information on tropical cyclone Epsilon, please click on the » Cyclones link on your left. Forecaster: A.R. Capello. The next weather forecast will be issued Wednesday at 21:00 AST (08/01:00 UTC). Last updated: Wednesday, December 7 2005, 16:30 AST. Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Heavy Rains in Bonaire |
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Some significant
squalls with high winds and intense rains are impacting our island. Skies are
very dark cloudy! Good for a siesta.
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Light winds |
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The winds are light
with the exception of passing squalls. The island is under major cloud cover. At
night it is a bit chilly. After windsurfing a hat and fleece feels nice! Unusual
weather in the ABC's.
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134
Bonaire Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Tropical In Bonaire |
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I woke feeling like
I am in Antigua or Jamaica. There is that hot sticky moisture outside and the
smell of the earth. Very unusual for Bonaire.
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134 Bonaire
Local
508-644-8491 (Dial from the US to
Bonaire)
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| - Green Island |
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The donkeys are
drinking puddles of water, the plants in my garden are lush and green. The rains
have stopped for today and the winds are blowing strong cooling our island.
Looking at the radar the ABC's look clear of any rain for the next few days I
hope?
Ann Phelan
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The wind chimes are
singing and the windsurfers are happy today. Hopi bientu awe. Cloudy skies
are a welcome respite from the Oct. sun.
Ann Phelan
011-599-786-3134
Bonaire
508-644-8491 US
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| - Winds and rain bring change to Bonaire |
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Around 11:30 PM the
winds shifted and heavy winds picked up creating interesting weather changes.
Now, heavy rain is bringing welcome relief to the plants in Bonaire. Bon noche
pa drumi.
Pasa bon
noche.
Ann Phelan
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It's Regatta and we
have dark skies, a wind reversal, lots of thunder and lightning and welcome
rain. Being a former New Englander I love it..makes easier to get errands
done and house hold chores. Good for the flowers and our beloved donkeys.
Peace
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
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| - Weird Weather |
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I woke to intense
lightening in the early morning skies. At 5:30 the air was completely still.
Around, 7:30 a black cloud descended upon Bonaire bringing a wind reversal and
thunder boomers. The satelite imagery shows an angry sky for sure. Great
day to hang out at home and catch up on inside house work, reading and just a
chill.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
508-644-8491 US Voice Mail
508-385-8174 US Phone
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| - Stan took our wind |
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Stan has stolen the
wind and the ABC's or at least the B is hot hot hot. There is little
breeze. The skies are cloudy and the sunsets at night are glorious. I hope we
get a little rain for Bonaire Regatta!
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
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If you want to see
the skies over Bonaire, check out www.bonairewebcams.com . Are there any cams in
Aruba or Curacao? Dark weather ahead. Good for our donkeys and
gardens.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - The humanity post Hurricane |
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Good day
friends,
Many of us have been
watching post hurricane reports for many years primarily from the islands. Now
we are seeing the devastation and terrible tragedy unfolding in the Southern
states in the US.
My question
is, were there documented cases of rapes, snipers and the other horrific
events being reported in the US media, post hurricane in Cayman or Grenada last
year? Of course looting is problematic but what has happened in New Orleans is
astounding. The entire US is appalled and watching in disbelief.
The US media barely covers Caribbean disaster so I must ask her in this forum, has ANYTHING remotely similiar even on a smaller scale ever happened in the Caribbean please? If you can point out any sources or resources, please do so. Peace.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Eery sky |
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The sky is very grey
with a brownish tinge. Winds are moderate and there is substantial cloud cover.
We have not had rain in many weeks. Yesterday, in town, there were clouds of
dust whipping through the street.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Just back from Antigua |
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Just back from a
week in Wadadli. We had much rain, some incredible thunder boomers and muggy
air. It was a welcome change from arid Bonaire.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - WINDS are back |
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Just flew in from
Curacao...good wind, bumpy flight..here in Bonaire more of the same...SUPER
windy day..off to sail my 4.7 meter sail. No rain..very very
dry!
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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Good day from Windy
Bonaire,
It is a cloudy day.
I have used an entire box of tissues this week. Could it be the Sahara
Dust?
Here is the local ABC island weather forecast (www.meteo.an): Weather
forecast for the ABC islands valid until Sunday midday 12:00
AST. Weather: Today: Clear to partly cloudy and hazy. Tonight through tomorrow morning: Partly cloudy, occasionally mostly cloudy and generally dry. Winds: Today through Sunday midday: Easterly and gentle to moderate; force 3 to 4 (13 to 30 km/hr, 7 to 16 knots). Mainly during daytime, occasionally fresh to possibly near gale force in gusts; force 5 to 7 (31 to 61 km/hr, 17 to 33 knots). Synopsis: The Southern Caribbean is being dominated by subsiding air at several levels of the atmosphere. This will maintain throughout the forecast period cloud cover low and showeractivity to a minimal. However, patches of high level clouds and the presence of Saharan dust in the atmosphere will give the sky a greyish tint during the daylight hours. Tropical weather: Please click on the >> Cyclones link on the left edge of this page to read more about tropical storm Harvey and tropical depression Nine. Sea conditions: The seas over the open waters in general will be between 1.0 and 2.0 meters (3 to 6 feet). Forecaster: J.N. Statia. The next forecast will be issued Saturday at 16:00 AST (20:00 UTC). Last Update: Saturday, August 6, 2005, 10:00 AST (14:00 UTC). Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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Bonaire is very
dry..not much rain since Emily passed to our north. It is very windy and gusty.
Lovely windsurf weather.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Achhooo..achoooo |
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Ok, tell me this is
coincidence but I am non stop sneezing here in Bonaire as are a few of my
friends..could this be the Sahara dust??
Winds are light now
for two days after some heavy duty breezes...off for a dip in the glistening
sea.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Lotsa wind |
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Bonaire is
experiencing delightful trades..pretty strong actually. I used my 4.7 meter
windsurf sail but easily could have used a 4.2. Despite the wind, it's very
hot.
Peace to all in the
Caribbean today..my cousin's 44th b day..Happy Birthday Kip
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Early morning squalls..and HOPI BIENTU |
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I woke to a good
squall bringing very welcomed rain and wind. The sun is peaking out from
dark clouds.. but the wind prevails. Perfect for the Diva Women's Windsurf
Clinic being held here in Bonaire this week.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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Bonaire got little
rain from Emily but the tail end is bringing incredible winds, oh I would
say gusts to 28...I windsurfed on my 4.2 meter sail until I could not longer
hold on.....I heard Aruba got soaked with rain....70 miles
away...
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Very calm in Bonaire |
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As of 2:23 AM, we
have some light winds. I can see the stars. Not much to
report.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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Bon
tarde,
We had intermittent
rain showers and squalls in between dead calm and hot sticky weather. A rumble
of thunder was heard off and on..now calm again. Around 5 PM the stores were
jammed and traffic was pretty heavy. I saw two car accidents, folks no doubt
in a hurry to get things done.
Having lived in Antigua and see Hugo and Gilbert I would say folks in Bonaire do not react the same way obviously since hurricanes are few and far between down here...I pray we see minimal storm activity and our neighbors to the north the same..Am worried about Cayman and Jamaica..how much more can they take?? Sigh... Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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We have no wind in
Bonaire..it is very hot and sticky. Some rain off and on..very dark and eery. No
one is preparing for much here...grocery stores are as usual, gas stations the
same...Bonaire is not expecting much...but preparedness is key..One never
knows...
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Bonaire Update |
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The morning is very
quiet and all is still. Dark clouds are forming to the north. Very humid and no
breeze. For the first time, mosquitos are surrounding my front door. I am still
outside trying to pick up loose wood (lots of it) left from my construction
crew. My cats are antsy...running to and fro. We are still under a Tropical
Storm Watch.
Peace to all in the
Caribbean today.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Calm before the storm |
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It is a quiet night
here in Bonaire (not including my neighbor's obnoxious screaming mimi dog).
Light gentle breezes but not a star to be seen in my area. I am in the final
stages of house construction so am outside trying to secure anything that could
fly around in wind. Our local weather bureau has issued a Tropical Storm Warning
for Thur.
Peace to all in the Caribbean! Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Bonaire and the ABC's |
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Well, I am still
working on my new house without hurricane insurance...fingers crossed Emily
behavessssssssssssss
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - From www.meteo.an |
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CYCLONE MESSAGE NO 5 INFORMATION ADVISORY NO 5 Date: July 13, 2005 Time: 12 P.M. .......Tropical Storm Emily continues West toward Southeastern Caribbean........... SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION: Tropical Storm Emily. INTENSITY CATEGORY: Severe Tropical Storm. CENTER LOCATION: 11.2N 58.1W or 360 km East Northeast of
Trinidad. LOCATION TIME: 11:00 A.M. MAX WINDS NEAR CENTER: 50 KTS/ 60 MPH/ 95 KMH. PRESENT MOVEMENT: towards the West or 270 degrees at 17 KTS/ 20 MPH or 32 KM/HR. DISCUSSION: Tropical storm Emily is still continuing to follow a westward track and has not yet shown signs of taking the predicted more northwesterly course. Consequently the latest forecast track has been moved considerably southward, bringing the storm closer to the ABC-islands. The expected intensity of Emily is now somewhat lower than the previous forecast but is still maintained as a strong category one hurricane when the system passes north of the ABC-islands.Although with the present forecast track, storm winds remain north of the ABC-islands, there is considerable uncertainty with respect to the course Emily will take in the next 24 hours. It is still possible that the center will pass somewhat closer to our islands than is now predicted. If this is the case, it would mean that the ABC-islands may be affected by Tropical Storm conditions in the course of Thursday night. Even the possibility for hurricane conditions, although at the moment not very likely, cannot not be fully excluded. Therefore we will await the developments during this afternoon and probably issue a WATCH this afternoon, and if necessary followed by a WARNING Thursday early morning or sooner if conditions warrant. WATCHES/WARNINGS IN EFFECT: None at the moment, probably a WATCH will be issued later this afternoon. Local authorities and residents are advised to continue monitoring the further progress of this weather system and to consider the possibility of a WARNING, which may warrant rapid precautionary actions. FORECAST CENTER POSITIONS: Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Bonita Bonaire |
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Awe ta hopi
Bonita...
Lots of sun some
light wispy clounds, moderate breezes and a glistening sea...Spent the day
poolside and then later a dip in the sea....Life is good..
Peace to all
today...
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Cuba |
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I would love a
report from Cuba. This storm looks like a doozy. Bonaire has big winds still and
the direction is back to normal. Quiet tourist season.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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| - Weird weather |
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There is little
wind..the sea is like glass..wind reversal. It is strange to see KLM and all the
other planes take off in the opposite direction. Light rain showers all day.
Very muggy and still...eery weather prevails in Bonaire.
Ann Phelan
www.bonairecaribbean.com
011-5999-786-3134 Bonaire
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