Flash Flood Watch extended

The Flash Flood Watch for Barbados has been extended.

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.

During the afternoon, occasional moderate to intense showers resulted in rainfall accumulations of 20 to 30mm. Throughout the night, occasional bursts of shower activity are forecast in moderate to heavy showers.

Take note of these 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 re-elevated to red at short notice.

This alert message is valid from 6:00 p.m. today, Sunday, December 17, 2023, and will be updated/terminated at 6:00 a.m. tomorrow, Monday, December 18, or sooner if conditions warrant.

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