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Message BMS_20241006153141 from Barbados_Meteorological_Services sent at 11:31:41 on 2024-10-06
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A FLASH-FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR CENTRAL AND NORTHERN DISTRICTS OF bARBADOS
Effective
11:31:41 2024-10-06
Expires
18:00:00 2024-10-06
Description
Scattered moderate to heavy showers and thunderstorms are possible across northern and central districts.
Hazard Info:-
**** Hazard Info ****
Excessive rainfall today, October 6th, 2024 could generate flooding across low-lying areas in Barbados, specifically northern and central districts. Therefore, the Barbados Meteorological Services has issued a Flash-Flood Watch. These conditions are predicted to peak during mid-afternoon.
Possible Impacts:
-Runoff from higher elevations.
-Soil erosion on exposed or scarred land surfaces.
-Water settlements on roads and fields, at the foot of hills and coastal roads.
-Adjustments to water levels of existing water bodies (ponds etc.).
-Objects or debris from higher elevations becoming embedded within fast moving water flows.
-Delays on traffic routes, with some roads becoming impassable in and out of minor towns.
-Residents and visitors should also be aware that this alert level could elevate to red at short notice.
What you should do:
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 light wind regime is dominant across the region and as a result localized activity will be affecting the island. Scattered moderate to heavy showers, as well as possible scattered thunderstorms, are expected across the northern and central districts of Barbados, with rainfall accumulation of 1 to 2 inches (25 to 50 mm).
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 Flood/Flash Flood Watch or Warning was issued at 11:30 am Sunday, October 6th, 2024 and will be updated/terminated at 6:00 pm Sunday, October 6th, 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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Tia Browne
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