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Message BMS_20240330150621 from Barbados_Meteorological_Services sent at 11:06:21 on 2024-03-30
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A FLASH-FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR BARBADOS
Effective
11:06:21 2024-03-30
Expires
18:00:00 2024-03-30
Description
This Flash Flood Watch was issued at 11 AM 30th March, 2024 and will be terminated at 6 PM 30th March, 2024 or sooner if conditions warrant.
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.
Hazard Info:-
**** Hazard Info ****
Maximum Rainfall Accumulations of 15.0 to 50.0 mm in light to heavy showers are anticipated across the island due to localized activity.
Excessive rainfall today, Saturday 30th March, 2024 could generate flooding across low-lying areas in Barbados. Therefore, the Barbados Meteorological Services has issued a Flash Flood Watch. These conditions are predicted to continue through the late morning to afternoon with an improvement by this evening.
Possible Impacts
-There is a medium possibility of significant flooding which may result in 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.). 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.
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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Sabu Best
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