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TAPA
BULLETIN
FLASH FLOOD WATCH
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES
7:03AM ECT SUN, MAY 26, 2024

A flash flood watch is in effect for low lying and flood prone areas of antigua valid until 2 p.m today.

A flash flood watch means that moderate to major flooding is possible but not imminent in the watch area. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation.

Residents in low lying and flood prone areas should make preparations for flooding to safe guard life and property. They should be prepared to move to higher ground if flooding rains develop or a flash flood warning is issued.

Lingering moisture and instability associated with a tropical wave over area is causing periodic heavy showers over parts of antigua. Rainfall accumulation has reach in excess of 1 inch in a short time, further accumulation could exceed 2 inches; therefore, moderate to major flooding of low lying and flood prone areas is possible.

Antigua and barbuda meteorological services will continue to monitor the weather situation. Please stay tuned to local radio or television for watch updates and possible warnings.

Forecaster: Patrice Edwards