BMS: Skies may appear slightly yellowish during the day

The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) continues to closely monitor a large plume of dust haze in the eastern to central Atlantic. 

Dust haze is currently affecting the island with a variation in concentrations throughout the coming days. 

This event is expected to last no later than Wednesday.

There are no advisories or warnings in effect for Barbados.

Potential Impacts Skies may appear slightly yellowish during the day and a reduction in visibility due to dust haze is likely over land and marine areas from Sunday.

What you Should do? 

The public is encouraged to monitor the BMS, DEM, and GIS websites and their respective social media pages along with the local media networks for further updates over the coming days. 

Additionally, advice provided by the Ministry of Health and Wellness should be followed. 

This information statement was issued at 5 p.m. on Sunday and will be updated at 5 p.m. on Monday.