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Message BMS_20241022114205 from Barbados_Meteorological_Services sent at 07:42:05 on 2024-10-22
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A FLASH-FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR BARBADOS
Effective
07:42:05 2024-10-22
Expires
18:00:00 2024-10-22
Description
A flash-flood watch is now in effect for Barbados
Hazard Info:-
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Possible Impacts
Key Message: Possible moderate to significant:- Soil erosion on bared or scarred land surfaces. Water settlements on roads and fields which may lead to commuting delays and possible isolated diversions in and out of city. Increases in water levels of existing water bodies (e.g ponds etc.). Marginally invasive excess water on roads, fields, storm drains/water canals and on property. Residents and visitors should also be aware that this alert level could elevate to red.
What you should do
-The public should follow recommendations from the department of emergency management.
The public is encouraged to monitor the BMS, DEM and GIS websites and their respective social media pages along with the local media networks for further updates.
Discussion
A trough system is currently generating pockets of moderate to heavy showers, periods of rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds. Given that 1 to 2 inches of rainfall, with isolated higher amounts is likely today, the BMS has issued a flash-flood watch.
General Information
A flash-flood watch is issued when heavy or excessive rainfall in a short period of time (generally less than 6 hours) could result in flash flooding within the watch area. It does not mean that flooding will occur, but it is possible. This Flash Flood Watch was issued at 7:35 am Tuesday 22nd October, 2024 and will be updated/terminated at 12:00 pm Tuesday 22nd October, 2024 or sooner if conditions warrant.
For more information specific to your area, please visit
https://www.barbadosweather.org/marineBarResp.php, our social media pages or call our hotline at 976-2376 or the office at 535-0022.
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For more information and authentication of this message kindly use the direct web link provided in this message, or visit our social media pages http://www.barbadosweather.org | Facebook@BarbadosMeteorologicalServices | Instagram@BarbadosMetServices | Twitter@BarbadosMet
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Sabu Best
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