Flash Flood Watch remains in effect

A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect for Barbados.

The Barbados Meteorological Services says this alert message will be updated at 6:00 p.m. today, 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.

The BMS says a tropical wave will continue affecting the island this afternoon and into tonight.

Accumulations of up to 1 inch of rainfall have already occurred mainly across northern, western and some central sections of the island this morning. Shower activity is expected to increase into tonight with a further 1 to 3 inches and possibly isolated higher amounts. These wet conditions are forecast to persist throughout the weekend.

This watch may be upgraded to a warning at short notice.

The public is advised that the following may occur:

• 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.
• This alert level could elevate to red.

About The Author