The coasts of Venezuela are facing the phenomenon known as swellingan event that caused alarm among the city's residents and visitors beaches of the Caribbean country. The Freakcharacterized by waves of great height and force emanating from distant storms, has led to the temporary closure of several beaches in regions such as: La Guaira And Anzoateguiwhich affected tourism and everyday activities.
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What is Swell in Venezuela?
He swelling or sea of cams It is a natural phenomenon caused by the movement of waves generated over long distances, usually by storms on the high seas. These waves travel long distances until they reach the coast, where they can increase significantly in height and strength.
In VenezuelaThis phenomenon has been most frequently observed on the coasts of La Guaira, Carabobo and the state of Anzoátegui, affecting not only tourist activities but also the safety of coastal communities.
The swell was most frequently observed on the coasts of La Guaira, Carabobo and Anzoátegui. Photo: Jose Alejandro Teran/Facebook
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How long will the waves last in Venezuela?
According to forecasts by National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inameh)Depending on the meteorological conditions that cause it, the swell can last for several days.
The duration of this phenomenon varies and can last from a few days to more than a week, affecting different areas of the Venezuelan coast at different times.
Bumps in Venezuela trigger alarm on beaches. Photo: @cperezampueda/X
The meteorologist Luis Vargas pointed out this Tuesday, February 13, that “for this Carnival holiday, caution is also required on our coasts (and for the rest of the week) as there may be waves and/or wind waves.”
This is a product of the strengthening of the trade winds due to high pressure in the subtropical Atlantic. Let us remember that the swell is the movement of the waves that propagate from outside the area where they arrive and that the wind sea is the swell that arises in the area where the wind blows,” he posted on the social Network X
The waves in Venezuela are causing alarm on the country's beaches. Photo: @Meteovargas/X
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Why are waves on Venezuelan beaches causing panic?
Swells can cause panic due to the unpredictability and destructive potential of waves, which can cause damage to coastal infrastructure, drag bathers out to sea and cause flooding in low-lying areas.
Lack of knowledge about the phenomenon and lack of preparation to deal with it increases the risk of incidents and accidents among people visiting or living near beaches.