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Flash flood watch issued for VI

Cloudy to overcast with scattered showers, and a chance of isolated thunderstorms will be experienced today. Photo: VINO
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Department for Disaster Management (DDM) has issued a flash flood watch advisory, which will be in effect until 2 pm this afternoon, December 10, 2011.

Synopsis: The Weather over the northern half of the Eastern Caribbean remains unstable due to a lingering trough over the area.

Today and Tonight: Cloudy to overcast with scattered showers, and a chance of isolated thunderstorms. Some of the showers could be moderate to heavy. With the already moist earth rapid water buildup in low lying areas is likely.

Winds: Northeast 10 - 15 kts with occasional gust.

Seas: Rough: Swells 6 - 8 FT or 1.8 - 2.5 M on the Atlantic side of the islands; 4 - 6 Ft or 1.2 - 1.8 M on the Caribbean sides. A small craft warning is in effect.

Barometric Pressure: Below normal

Sunset today: 5:43 pm.

Sunrise tomorrow: 6:40 am.

The DDM will continue to monitor the weather conditions and advise the public accordingly. Visit the DDM’s website at www.bviddm.com and subscribe to receive updates.

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