Sinaproc issues wind warning

Panama’s / Civil Protection System (Sinaproc) has issued a wind warning lasting until Friday Jan 10th with wind gusting from 60 to 90 Km an hour throughout Panama.

Director Carlos A. Rumbo said that the National Emergency Operations Center issued the alert throughout the country due to the increase in winds and warning of high waves starting at 5:00 am from  Monday, January 6 lasting until 11:59 pm on Friday, January 10.

It is advised to stay off boats due to waves, and take caution at the beach as they may be affected by high tides and waves. It is also advised to ensure roofs and loose items outside are well secured as winds will be strong during this time and accidents can occur.