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TROPICAL WEATHER UPDATE FOR THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

TROPICAL WEATHER UPDATE FOR THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

November 5, 202478Views

The Department of Disaster Management is monitoring trough to the approximately 850 miles  northeast of the Territory that is showing a low chance of development in the next seven days. Parts of this system is expected to move westward within the next 24 hours and an area of low pressure could potentially develop over or near the Territory in a few days.

What to Expect?

    1. moderate chance for heavy rainfall
    2. moderate chance of  thunderstorms
    3.  rough seas

When to Expect?

    • possible the next 3-5 days

Potential Impacts:

    • potential for ponding on roadways
    • potential for flooding in low lying areas and places with poor drainage
    • hazardous seas

What to do?

  • Residents are encouraged to pay attention to updates and remain vigilant as weather can  change at short notice.

The Department of Disaster Management will continue to monitor and provide the necessary updates. The next update will tomorrow at 8:30am or sooner if required.

 

Disclaimer: The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is not a Meteorological Office. Information shared by the Department is gathered from a number of professional sources contracted by the Department. This information should be used as a guide for anyone who has an interest in local weather conditions. By no means can DDM or the Government of the Virgin Islands 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.