Flash flood watch extended to 6 a.m. Sunday

The Barbados Meteorological Services has extended a flash flood watch for the island until 6 a.m. Sunday.

A flash flood watch is issued when heavy or excessive rainfall in a short period of time — generally less than six hours — could result in flash flooding within the watch area. It does not mean that flooding will occur, but it is possible.

Hazard Info

Unstable conditions will continue to affect Barbados into tonight, as a result, maximum Rainfall Accumulations of 25.0 to 50.0 mm in light to heavy showers and periods of rain are possible. Due to the already saturated state of the ground, any significant showers during the night may cause flooding.

Key Message:

Possible moderate to significant:

• 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.
• Residents and visitors should also be aware that this alert level could elevate to red.