A FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR DOMINICA OCTOBER 02ND, 2023

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***FLOOD WATCH HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR DOMINICA FROM 6 A.M.…VALID FROM 12 NOON 02-10-2023 TO 12 NOON 03-10-2023

THE PASSAGE OF TROPICAL STORM PHILLIPE IS AFFECTING THE AREA***

Issued at 6 AM on Monday, October 2, 2023

A Flood Watch means that flooding is possible during the period.

The Meteorological Service has issued a flood watch. 

• A Flash Flood Watch for Dominica
• Valid from 12 noon Monday, 2 October 2023 to 12 noon Tuesday, 3 October 2023
• Moisture and instability behind the center of tropical storm Phillipe could generate periods of cloudy to overcast skies, moderate to heavy showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across the area during the period.

People in areas that are prone to flooding, landslides, and falling rocks should remain vigilant

POSSIBLE IMPACTS

·       Rivers, streams, gutters, and ravines may rapidly overflow their banks and flood surrounding areas

·       Landslides due to intense rainfall as well as rock falls from overhanging cliffs

·       Roads and motorways could become impassable due to fallen debris

·       Ponding can occur on roads and bridges

The Meteorological Service will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary.

Extended Forecast

View our Weather Warning (Vigilance Level) Guide.

Wind legend: N = North | S = South | E = East | W = West

Alert Legend: No Threat | Low (Be aware) | Medium (Be prepared) | High (Take action)

Monday
Sep 2

Max Temp.: 32 ^oC / 91 ^oF

Min Temp.: 25 ^oC / 77 ^oF

Weather: Generally cloudy with scattered showers and possible thunderstorms

Wind: SW to S @ 15 to 30 km/h with higher gusts near showers

Seas: Moderate

Waves: 1.5 to 2.5m/ 5.0 to 8.0ft

Tuesday
Oct 3

Max Temp.: 33 ^oC / 92 ^oF

Min Temp.: 26 ^oC / 79 ^oF

Weather: Generally cloudy and windy with scattered showers and possible thunderstorms

Wind: SW to S @ 20 to 35 km/h with higher gusts near showers

Seas: Moderate

Waves: 1.5 to 2.5m/ 5.0 to 8.0ft

Wednesday
Oct 4

Max Temp.: 33 ^oC / 92 ^oF

Min Temp.: 26 ^oC / 79 ^oF

Weather: Partly cloudy to cloudy with brief scattered showers and possible isolated thunderstorms.

Wind: S to SE @ 15 to 35 km/h with higher gust near showers

Seas: Slight to Moderate

Waves: 1.0 to 2.0m/ 3.0 to 7.0ft