Hurricane Paula Making Waves in Cayman

Published 12th October, 4:33pm

The National Hurricane Center in Florida is issuing bulletins on Hurricane Paula, which at 4 p.m. was located near 19.2 N 86.0 W or about 301 miles W of Grand Cayman. Paula is moving towards the NNW near 9 mph with max sustained winds near 100 mph.

This storm currently poses no immediate threat to the Cayman Islands; however, the CINWS will continue to monitor the progress of this system over the next few days.

Latest hurricane information from the National Hurricane Center indicates that Paula has strengthened to a category II hurricane. This strengthening will result in increased heavy swells along the west and south coasts of the Cayman Islands, posing a threat to boating and beach activities in those areas.

The National Weather Service has issued a Marine Warning for Water Sports activities and other small crafts. All necessary action to ensure safety in these areas of activity should be undertaken.

This bulletin will be updated tomorrow at 5 a.m.

For further information contact: Simon Boxall