safety steps

Flash flood warning in effect for flood prone areas of Antigua until 5:30 pm

A flash flood warning means that moderate to major flooding is occurring or imminent in the warning area. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation.

A trough over the leeward and british virgin islands is causing periodic moderate to heavy showers.

Already, over 2 inches of rain has fallen particularly in the south in the last 3 hours and another 2 to 3 more inches is expected in the next 4 hours.

Hence, moderate to major flooding of low lying and flood prone areas is expected.

If you are in low lying or flood prone areas, move quickly to higher ground immediately.

Residents living along streams, creeks, low lying and flood prone areas should take immediate precautions to protect life and property.

Do not attempt to cross swiftly flowing waters or waters of unknown depth by foot or by vehicle. Note, just one foot of flowing water is could be enough to sweep a car off the road.

When encountering flooded roads be extremely cautious, and if in doubt, make the smart choice, turn around don’t drown.