WEATHER ALERT: High winds, waves and UV

HIGH WIND and UV radiation warnings were issued on Tuesday, Feb. 23 by weather forecasters with the Etesa electrical transmission company.  

The winds are expected throughout the country, especially over the mountains of Coclé, Veraguas and Chiriquí.

Residents are urged to take the appropriate precautions due to the danger of falling trees, power  lines and roofs.

The winds are also expected to cause heavy seas along the Panama coast, and a small craft advisory has been issued.

The agency has also issued a warning about  continuing high level  ultraviolet exposure due to the strength of the sun’s rays. The warning is extended throughout the dry season.