10TH November 2010 – 2PM– The Antigua Meteorological Service has extended the Flash Flood Warning until 6PM as more heavy showers are expected. A flash flood warning means that flooding is imminent or occurring. Residents living in low lying areas or areas that are prone to flooding should take immediate precautions to protect life and property. Do not attempt to cross swiftly flowing waters or waters of unknown depth by foot or by automobile.
The low pressure area presently affecting the area is gradually moving slowly to the north east at a pace where it almost seems to be stationary. Based on the present forecast more showers and thunderstorms can be expected overnight and into tomorrow increasing the potential for flooding.
The Department of Disaster Management is advising the residents and visitors to monitor the weather conditions and the DDM website at www.bviddm.com for further 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.
