The met office at the MBIA has sent out a volcanic ash advisory for the attention of inhabitants here, as it relates to volcanic eruptions at the La Soufreire in St. Vincent.
Overnight, the MBIA Met Office noted that light emissions occurred from the summit of the volcano but this morning, there was another explosive eruption, which is ongoing.
However, recent satellite imagery reveals a less invasive volcanic ash plume spreading mainly over St. Vincent and the tropical Atlantic Ocean at about 30 knots.
REPORT:
The Met Office noted that possible light emissions from the summit of La Soufriere and remnant volcanic ash from earlier explosions have been observed on the satellite imagery.
The volcanic ash is being steered by the Tropical Atlantic Ocean currents.
However, there is a low to medium chance of ash being brought back to the Lesser Antilles as it descends through atmosphere and is pushed along by the low-level winds.
The Met Office continues to monitor satellite imagery and analyze forecast winds to determine the likelihood of ash intrusion into Grenada.
Nonetheless, the following warnings have been issued, valid for tonight into tomorrow morning.
The Met Office speaks of Low potential for ashfall; however, moderate haze may reduce visibility.
Persons with respiratory illnesses should continue to exercise the necessary precautions.
Mariners venturing east of the islands are urged to exercise extra caution, since volcanic ash or floating volcanic debris may be encountered on the ocean surface.
As it relates to Saharan Dust, observation is that the Saharan Air Layer shows the concentration of dust or haze has reduced significantly within the last 24 hours.
However, model guidance of Surface Dust Concentration indicates that there’s a medium chance of a resurgence in the dust within the next day.
