September 13th 2018, 5AM
LOCATION…15.4NORTH 59.7WEST
GEOGRAPHIC REFERENCE: 105 MILES E OF DOMINICA
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS: 45 MPH
PRESENT MOVEMENT: AT 20 MPH
WATCHES AND WARNINGS
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SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:
A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for…
* Martinique
* Dominica
* Guadeloupe
A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for…
* Antigua
*Barbuda
* Montserrat
* St. Kitts and Nevis
* Saba and St. Eustatius
A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected somewhere within the warning area within 24 to 36 hours.
A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area, in this case within 24 to 36 hours.
SITUATION
Forecasters have indicated the stronger winds will stay south however some of the outer rain bands can create showers later this evening.
WINDS
Winds 25mph with higher gusts are possible.
RAINFALL
Rainfall amounts of less than one inch is predicted for the territory however outer rain bands can increase this amount
SEAS
Seas as high as 10 feet are possible. A small craft advisory is in effect. Small craft operators should stay in port and sea bather warnings are also in effect for breaking waves and dangerous rip currents.
STORM SURGE: Some coastal flooding is possible on southern facing roads in areas of onshore
winds.
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) will continue to monitor the systems and provide updates accordingly.
Persons at home and abroad are encouraged to download the DDM’s Alert app in the Apple App store or Google Play store to receive updates of any hazards affecting the Territory.
You can also visit the DDM’s webpage at www.bviddm.com and subscribe for updates or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bvi.ddm.
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.
