Flash flood watch issued for western and north western districts

The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has issued a flash flood watch, saying excessive rainfall Saturday afternoon could generate flooding across low-lying areas in the vicinity of western and northwestern districts. 

The BMS said unstable conditions along with light winds and strong daytime heating may result in localised activity across the western and northwestern districts of the island. 

Cloudy periods with scattered moderate to heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms are forecast which may lead to rainfall accumulation of 2 to 4 inches (50mm to 100mm). 

Possible Impacts 

There is the high possibility of significant flooding which may result in soil erosion on bared or scarred land surfaces. Noticeable increases in water levels of existing water bodies. Time-consuming commuting delays with some roads becoming impassable in and out of the city. What you should do 

The public should follow recommendations from the DEM and monitor the BMS, DEM and GIS websites and their respective social media pages along with the local media networks for further updates. 

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. 

This flash flood watch was issued at 10:30 a.m. and will be terminated at 6 p.m. or sooner if conditions warrant.