A FLASH-FLOOD WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR ST VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES UNTIL 12:00 Noon 19th November 2024
Issued at 12:00 am, Tuesday 19th November, 2024
.... Weather Advisory upgraded to a Flash-Flood Warning ….
Moderate to heavy showers, periods of rain and thunderstorms will continue across St. Vincent and the Grenadines due to a moist atmosphere under a favorable upper-level environment.
Rainfall accumulations of near 50 millimeters (2 inches) have already been recorded in some parts of SVG during the last 24 hours, and the latest forecast model guidance suggest that further accumulations of 50 millimeter (2 inches) with isolated higher amounts in mountainous areas is likely to persist into today. In addition, within the last hour, water level stations have elevated across mainland SVG. Due to the already saturated nature of the soils, any additional rainfall increases the risk of landslides and flash-flooding.
As a result, the weather advisory that is already in effect for St. Vincent and the Grenadines has now been upgraded to a flash-flood warning until 12:00 Noon Tuesday 19th, November 2024. Residents and motorists in areas prone to flooding and landslides or near rivers and streams should take the necessary precautionary measures to protect life and property
A Flash-Flood Warning is issued when flooding is imminent or is already occurring.
Prepared by:
Mr. Gregory Cato