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FLASH FLOOD WARNING DISCONTINUED.. FLASH FLOOD ADVISORY ISSUED UNTIL MIDDAY TODAY

FLASH FLOOD WARNING DISCONTINUED.. FLASH FLOOD ADVISORY ISSUED UNTIL MIDDAY TODAY

August 17, 20172350Views

FLASH FLOOD WARNING FOR THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED..

Synopsis: Lingering moisture and instability associated with a tropical wave exiting the area could generate some unsettled conditions across the islands. A flash flood advisory is in effect until midday. A flood advisory means minor flooding is occurring, likely or imminent. A flash flood advisory can be upgraded to a flash flood watch at short notice.

Weather  today: Occasionally cloudy with a likely chance of showers and a moderate chance of thunderstorms.

Weather tonight: Partly cloudy with a moderate chance of showers

Winds: East-northeast to East at 19 to 33 km/h or 10 to 18 knots.

Seas: Moderate to locally rough with wave heights of 1.8 to 2.4 meters or 6 to 8 feet. A warning remains in effect for small craft operators. Sea bathers should exercise caution.

Atmospheric Pressure: Above normal.

Sunset today:  6:44 pm.

Sunrise tomorrow:  6:01 am.

The DDM will continue to monitor these weather systems and provide updates when they become available.

Please continue to monitor local media stations, DDM’s website (bviddm.com) and Facebook at BVIDDM for regular updates.


Disclaimer: The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is not an official Meteorological Office. The Information disseminated by the Department is gathered from a number of professional sources used or contracted by the DDM to provide such information. This information is to be used as a guide by anyone who has interest in local weather conditions. By no means can the DDM or the BVI Government be held accountable by anyone who uses this information appropriately for legal evidence or in justification of any decision which may result in the loss of finances, property or life.