Barre de Sable leads between Pointe Observation (10°04'N., 14°05'W.) and Pointe Marara, 1 mile SE. Numerous shallow places on the bar give it the appearance of a continual line of breakers. This channel is narrow and constantly changes, but with the aid of a local pilot, vessels with drafts up to 5m can cross the bar at HW. This entrance, although difficult to navi gate, is the only one reported to be used by commercial vessels as it is the shortest route to the factories situated along the river. Onshore winds may sometimes cause a heavy sea within this channel.

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