Gale Warning Issued for METAREA VII and VIII (S)

Issued: May 17, 2024 (00:00 UTC) by Meteo-France/Tropical Cyclone Center/La Reunion

Warning Number: 004/11 (South-West Indian Ocean)

Tropical Storm "IALY"

A moderate tropical storm named "IALY" is currently located within a 20 nautical mile radius of 9.1 degrees South, 51.9 degrees East (approximate coordinates). The storm is moving westward at 4 knots (nautical miles per hour).

Areas Affected:

Squally weather within a 100 nautical mile radius of the center, extending up to 250 nautical miles in the southeastern quadrant.
Gale force winds (35-40 knots) and very rough to high seas extending up to 60 nautical miles in the southeastern quadrant and up to 70 nautical miles in the southwestern quadrant.
Near gale force winds (30 knots) and rough to very rough seas extending up to 40 nautical miles from the center, then extending further outward to 70 nautical miles in the northeastern quadrant, 110 nautical miles in the southeastern quadrant, and 130 nautical miles in the southwestern quadrant.
Strong gusts can be expected under squalls.

Forecast:

In 12 hours (Friday, May 17, 2024 at 12:00 UTC), the storm is expected to be located near 9.0 degrees South, 51.1 degrees East with maximum sustained winds of 40 knots.
In 24 hours (Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 00:00 UTC), the storm is expected to be located near 8.9 degrees South, 50.2 degrees East with maximum sustained winds of 40 knots.

Precautions:

Mariners in the affected areas should exercise caution and avoid the storm's path. Those already at sea should monitor weather forecasts and take necessary precautions for their safety.

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