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  by pltm
• Sep 19, 2017
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(PLTM) - According to an advisory issues by the Department of Disaster Management (DDM), a flash flood watch is in effect for low lying and flood prone areas of the British Virgin Islands until 6:00p.m. on Tuesday, September 19, 2017.

A flash flood watch means that moderate to major flooding is possible, but not imminent in the watch area.

The advisory noted that residents in low lying and flood prone areas should make preparations for flooding to safe guard life and property. Further, they should be prepared to move to higher ground if flooding rains develop or a flash flood warning is issued.

The DDM advisory noted that major category 5 hurricane Maria will cause heavy and intense showers across the Leewards and British Virgin Islands. Hence, moderate to major flooding of low lying and flood prone areas are possible.

Please continue to monitor local media stations, DDM’s website (bviddm.com) and Facebook at BVIDDM for regular updates.

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