Barbados Issues Flash Flood Warning Due to Tropical Wave Impact - BMS Advises Precaution as Island Braces for Intense Rainfall
July 3, 2024
Barbados is currently under a flash flood warning due to intense rainfall from a tropical wave. The Barbados Meteorological Services warns of potential flooding in low-lying areas.
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arbados is under a flash flood warning as a result of intense rainfall being brought by a tropical wave affecting the island.
The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) said excessive rainfall today could generate flooding across low-lying areas. Rainfall accumulations of over one inch have already occurred across some sections of the island and another one to three inches are possible, it said.
The BMS said conditions are predicted to peak this morning into the afternoon with some improvement later in the afternoon.
The flash flood warning is in effect from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., but could be lifted sooner if conditions warrant.
