Tourists in Bali have been issued warnings about high and dangerous waves forecasted along the island’s most popular stretches of coast.
As the rainy season has officially hit the province, tourists can expect to hear more extreme weather warnings in the coming months.
The Head of the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BBMKG) Region III, Denpasar Cahyo Nugroho, has spoken to the media about the potential for high and dangerous waves at Bali’s most popular tourist beaches through until Thursday, 5th December, and into the weekend.
Nugroho told reporters, “Early warnings have been issued for waves as high as 1.25 to 2.5 meters that are likely to occur in the southern Bali Strait, Badung Strait, southern Lombok Strait, and southern Bali waters. This condition is considered risky to shipping safety and marine tourism activities.”
He appealed to the public to remain alert to the impacts of extreme weather this week and throughout the monsoon season, such as waterlogging, flooding, landslides, and fallen trees.
Nugroho noted that tourists, fishermen, and marine tourism operators should pay extra attention to the increase in wind speed and wave height in the southern waters of Bali, which can reach 2 meters.
He added, “Make sure to always monitor information from BMKG, especially regarding early warnings of extreme weather or climate.”
Speaking separately the Head of Coastal Lifeguard in Kuta, I Ketut Ipel, confirmed that he and his teams will be monitoring conditions at Kuta Beach through to Canggu Beach, including at Seminyak Beach and Legian Beach.
He said that tourists should mindful of the flag warning system in place along this stretch of coast, known locally as Samigita, and only enter the water if and when it is safe to do so.
Ipel told a reporter, “We continue to take preventive measures for tourists who are active. Tourists are advised to always swim in safe areas, namely between the red and yellow flags that have been installed by officers.”
He added, “Traveler safety is our priority. We ask for cooperation from all parties to follow the rules for the sake of mutual comfort.”
Safety flags at the beach at the beach are very easy to follow. A half-red, half-yellow flag means it is safe to enter the water, a plain red flag means it is not safe, a plain yellow flag means caution is required; this is seldom used in Bali.
A red and white checkered flag means to evacuate the water, and lifeguards will also be stood on the shoreline calling those in the water back to land.
As the rainy season arrives in Bali, heavy rains can be predicted across the province from now until March 2025.
While most rain storms pass within the hour, the impact of heavy downpours can be significant. Localized flooding, fallen trees, and landslides are all heightened risks at this time of year in Bali.
Tourists planning day trips during the rainy seasons should always bring their dry bags for tech and gadgets and bring waterproof coveralls or ponchos to help keep dry.
It’s also advisable to bring a complete change of clothes on longer days out as the weather can change in an instant.
Tourists must leave extra time to travel from A to B during the rainy season, especially during the peak Christmas and New Year holiday traffic period.
Traffic congestion caused by heavy rainfall and flooded roads is often compounded by the increased volume of vehicles on the road during the festive season.
Bali’s Regional Disaster Management Agency has confirmed that they are on standby to support communities across Bali this monsoon season and have already handed out over 900 emergency support packages ready to support families impacted by the monsoon season.
Heavy rainfall warnings remain in place across Badung Regency, Denpasar City and Tabanan Regency.
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