Posted on August 30, 2023
Climate changes over the last 20 to 30 years have impacts ranging from increased global temperatures to more severe and frequent storms. The St. Thomas harbor has not been immune to these changes as increased silt from storm runoffs have resulted in a narrowing of our entrance channel and a reduction in the depth of the turning basin for all large vessels. This continues to hamper vessels’ ability to come in and navigate our harbor.
