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A Flood Watch is in effect for Barbados.
This alert is issued when conditions are favourable for flooding within the next 48 hours. It does not mean that flooding will occur but it is possible.
Over the weekend, occasional moderate to intense showers were observed across the island. This pattern is expected to persist into today with pockets of heavy to intense showers which may result in additional accumulations between 25 and 50mm. As a result, the BMS has extended the Flood Watch for Barbados.
Take note of the following key messages on possible moderate to significant impacts:
-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 the 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 be elevated to red at short notice.
This alert message is valid from 6:00 a.m. today, Monday, December 18 and will be updated/terminated at noon or sooner if conditions warrant.
