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June 29, 2024
Tropical Storm Beryl: Barbados Prepares for Dangerous Sea Conditions, Public Advised to Stay Informed
Tropical Storm Beryl prompts Barbados to prepare for hazardous sea conditions with up to 8-meter swell heights. Small Craft and High Surf Warning issued, urging caution for mariners and beachgoers. Residents advised to stay informed through official channels.
June 29, 2024
Tropical Storm Beryl Gains Strength, Poses Threat to Caribbean Islands as It Develops Into Potential Hurricane
Tropical Storm Beryl intensifies in the Atlantic, posing a threat to Caribbean islands. Forecasters predict potential Category 3 hurricane status with hurricane-force winds, storm surge, and heavy rainfall. Hurricane season expected to be active.
June 29, 2024
Tropical Storm Beryl Gaining Strength: Hurricane Watch in Effect for Barbados
Tropical Storm Beryl intensifies, Hurricane Watch for Barbados. Expected to become major hurricane, passing south of island. Prepare for storm-force winds, heavy rainfall, and hazardous marine conditions. Follow emergency advice.
June 29, 2024
Preparing for Tropical Storm Beryl: Important Warnings and Steps for Residents in Barbados
Residents of Barbados are urged to prepare for Tropical Storm Beryl as it approaches the island. Government officials have issued warnings and initiated storm preparations, including securing fishing vessels and advising on hurricane supplies.
June 29, 2024
Scotiabank Donation Empowers Students in Climate-Smart Agricultural Training Project
Students from Derrick Smith School, Challenor Creative Arts & Training Centre, and The Ann Hill School receive support in climate-smart agriculture through Scotiabank's $47,500 donation. The Farm-Able project empowers youth with disabilities in sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship.
June 29, 2024
Tropical Storm Beryl Upgraded Near Barbados, Potential Impact and Monitoring Updates
Tropical Depression near Barbados upgraded to Tropical Storm Beryl, with potential hurricane impact. Barbados Meteorological Services monitoring system for potential hurricane watch. Flash flooding and storm-force winds expected.
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June 29, 2024
Barbados Braces for Tropical Storm as Prime Minister Mottley Issues Statement [Video]
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley addresses the potential tropical storm approaching Barbados, with the Met Office considering a tropical storm watch by Saturday morning.
June 28, 2024
Tropical Depression Approaching Barbados, Potential for Storm Watch by Tomorrow
Barbados could face a tropical storm as a developing tropical depression moves westward. Potential impacts include flash flooding, storm-force winds, and high surf warnings. Stay updated for further alerts.
June 28, 2024
Tropical Depression Two Forms: Barbados Braces for Potential Impact
Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) reports Tropical Depression Two near Barbados, with potential for a Tropical Storm Watch. Residents warned of flash flooding, storm-force winds, and high surf conditions.
June 28, 2024
Tropical Wave in Central Atlantic Forecasted to Bring Hazardous Sea Conditions to Barbados: Small Craft and High Surf Warning Issued by Barbados Meteorological Services
Barbados Meteorological Services monitor a tropical wave in the central Atlantic, forecasting hazardous sea conditions with peak swell heights of 10-13 feet, prompting a Small Craft and High Surf Warning.
June 28, 2024
Barbados QEH Extends Pharmacy Hours Amid Tropical Wave Preparedness
Queen Elizabeth Hospital advises patients in Barbados to refill prescriptions due within a week before approaching tropical waves. Extended pharmacy hours on June 29 and 30, with medication delivery service available. Contact PALS for more information.
June 28, 2024
Tropical Wave Brings Hazardous Sea Conditions to Barbados with Small Craft and High Surf Warning: Latest Updates from Barbados Meteorological Services
Barbados Meteorological Services issues small craft and high surf warning due to tropical wave in central Atlantic, with hazardous sea conditions expected, urging monitoring and caution for marine users.