Flash flood watch issued for Barbados

The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has issued a flash flood watch for the island.

The BMS said a trough system affecting the island is generating excess rainfall.

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.

Possible Impacts

There is a possibility of flooding which will/may result in 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 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.

What you should do

The public should follow the recommendations from the Department of Emergency Management. 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.

This flash flood watch was issued at 3:10 p.m. Sunday and will be terminated at 6 p.m. or sooner if conditions warrant.