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 <sender>Barbados_Meteorological_Services</sender>   
 <sent>2021-10-09T20:41:57-00:00</sent> 
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   <senderName>Barbados Meteorological Services</senderName> 
   <headline>A FLASH-FLOOD WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR BARBADOS</headline>              <!-- String Title -->
   <description>This alert message is valid from 4:45 pm, the 9th October 2021, and will be UPDATED at 6:00 pm, 9th October 2021, or sooner if conditions warrant.

A flash-flood warning is issued when rapid flooding due to heavy or excessive rainfall in a short period of time (generally less than 6 hours) is occurring or is imminent in the warning area.

Hazard Info:-


**** Hazard Info ****

A surface to mid-level trough currently affecting the island is expected to generate maximum rainfall accumulations of 25.0 to 75.0 mm in heavy showers.

Key Message: Residents and visitors should note that the following impacts are imminent during this forecast period : Strong runoff from higher elevations. Soil erosion is likely on bared or scarred land surfaces. Debris such as small rocks, mud and tree foliage could end up on roads and property. Traffic delays are likely. Flooding at the foot of hillsides and coastal roads is possible.


For more information specific to your area, please visit:-

 https://www.barbadosweather.org/weatherBarResp.php or our social media pages
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   <contact>Tia Browne</contact>           <!-- String Title -->
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