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Por segunda semana restringen zarpes de embarcaciones menores en Nicaragua
Ejército espera vientos de hasta 50 kilómetros por hora en la Costa Caribe del país hasta el venidero lunes 2 de febrero
TL;DR
- Nicaragua's Navy has restricted sailing permits for small vessels for a second week.
- The restriction is due to a cold front expected to increase wave heights until February 2nd.
- Permits will not be issued in Bluefields, El Bluff, Puerto Cabezas, Corn Island, and San Juan.
- The cold front (#31) is predicted to bring waves up to 2.3 meters, thunderstorms, and moderate to heavy rain.
- Visibility reduction is a concern for vessels.
- The measure also applies to vessel control points and naval troop posts.
- The prohibition is in effect 'until further notice'.
- Boats currently fishing are advised to take safety measures and move to safe harbors if necessary.
- The Ineter anticipates wind speeds of 15 to 40 km/h with gusts up to 60 km/h.
- The Navy estimates wind speeds will be higher, between 45 to 50 km/h.