A surface
trough along with available moisture will continue to affect the islands. Today
is expected to be cloudy with showers and isolated thunderstorms.
A flash flood
watch is declared until 2pm this afternoon.
Flash flood watch means
a flash flood is possible in the area, because conditions are more favorable
than usual for its occurrence. A watch is a recommendation for planning,
preparation, and increased awareness (be alert for changing weather, listen for
further information, and think about what to do if the danger materializes.)
Winds are
expected to come from the SE to E at 8 to 15 knots. Seas will be slight
to moderate with waves 1.2 to 2 meters or 4 to 6 feet. Barometric
pressure is above normal.
Sunset is
expected at 5:43pm and sunrise at 6:22 am tomorrow.
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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.
