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FLASH FLOOD WATCH
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES
9:21 AM ECT THU, OCT 16, 2025

A flash flood watch is in effect for low-lying and flood-prone areas of Antigua, Barbuda, Montserrat, St. Kitts, Nevis, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands, valid until 4 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 safeguard life and property. They should be prepared to move to higher ground if flooding rains develop or a flash flood warning is issued.

A persistent trough over the northeast Caribbean is influencing the weather over the area, causing periodic heavy showers and thunderstorms.

Already, radar estimates have shown over 2 inches have fallen in some places in the last 6 hours and another 2 to 4 inches or more are likely in the next 12 hours. Hence, minor flooding of low-lying and flood-prone areas is expected.

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