A flash-flood warning is in effect for north-western districts.
Barbados Meteorological Services said it will be terminated at 6 p.m. today or sooner if conditions warrant.
A flash-flood warning is issued when flooding due to heavy or excessive rainfall in a short period (generally less than six hours) is occurring or is imminent in the warning area.
In this case, it is within the next three hours.
Maximum rainfall accumulations of 30.0 mm to 75.0 mm in heavy to violent showers are forecast within the warning area. Residents and visitors should note that the following are likely:
• Strong run-off from higher elevations.
• Soil erosion on bared or scarred land surfaces.
• Debris such as rocks, mud and foliage could end up on roads and property.
• Traffic delays
• Flooding at the foot of hillsides and coastal roads. For more information, please visit: https://www.barbadosweather.org/weatherBarResp.php or the social media pages of Barbados Meteorological Services. (PR)
