The Barbados Meteorological Services has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Barbados, as a tropical wave is affecting the island.
A Flash Flood Watch is issued when heavy or excessive rainfall in a short period (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 wave has brought light to moderate showers with occasional gusty winds and conditions are expected to continue throughout the afternoon.
Additionally, conditions will remain favourable for further deterioration with more frequent and heavier showers going into the evening.
The BMS says rainfall accumulations have totalled around half an inch throughout the morning.
Possible Impacts:
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 become embedded within fast-moving water flows.
Delays on traffic routes with some roads becoming impassable.
The public is encouraged to monitor official sources for further updates.
This Flash Flood Watch will be terminated at 6:00 p.m. or sooner if conditions warrant.
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