Flash Flood Watch in effect for certain districts of Barbados

A Flash Flood Watch is now in effect for some northern, northeastern, and central districts of Barbados.

This as localised showers and thunderstorm activity are expected to affect those districts.

The Barbados Meteorological Services states that unstable conditions and light winds along with daytime heating could trigger between 1 to 3 inches of rainfall and thunderstorm activity this afternoon.

Instability is expected to persist into the night across the island therefore occasional showers are expected.

As a result, the Flash Flood Watch was issued.

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.

There’s the possibility of moderate to significant soil erosion on bared or scarred land surfaces, and water settlements on roads and fields which may lead to commuting delays and isolated diversions.

There may also be increases in water levels of existing water bodies and marginally invasive excess water on roads, fields, storm drains/water canals and on property.

BMS says the public should be aware that this alert level could elevate to red, and is encouraged to monitor official sources for further updates.

The public is also encouraged to monitor official sources for further updates.

This Flash Flood Watch will be terminated/updated at 6 p.m. October 7, 2024, or sooner if conditions warrant.

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