The Maritime and Navigation Service of Haiti (SEMANAH) informs the general public and users of the sea in particular that, according to the Haitian Hydro Meteorological Unit (UHM), Hurricane MARIA of category 3, after crossing Puerto Rico, will travel along the northern part of the island and will affect Haiti as of Thursday https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-22174-haiti-flash-first-effects-of-maria-on-haiti.html

Also, in the northern coastal zone, winds from the eastern sector became on Wednesday evening Northeast 15 to 20 knots (28 to 37 km/h) will further strengthen from Thursday by hurricane winds in excess of 45 to 50 knots (83 to 92 km/h). The height of the waves anticipated from 12 to 16 Feet (3.60 to 4.90 m).

Consequently, cabotage activities are prohibited for the Great North until further notice.

The Maritime and Navigation Service of Haiti (SEMANAH) is counting on the understanding of all for the strict observance of this measure.

HL/ HaitiLibre