A flash flood warning is in effect for SVG

A flash flood warning is in effect for SVG

A flash flood warning is in effect for SVG

News, press release

November 28, 2024





The Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for SVG.

The forecast released at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 states that the watch will remain in effect until Thursday evening, November 28, 2024.

It said that “occasional moderate showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected across St. Vincent and the Grenadines as our islands experience unstable conditions.” Model forecasts suggest conditions could worsen on Thursday and into the next 24-hour precipitation accumulations of 50 to 75 mm (approximately 2 to 3 inches) are possible, with isolated higher amounts in mountainous areas.”

Additionally, “the weather advisory already in effect for St. Vincent and the Grenadines has been upgraded to a Flash Flood Warning and will remain in effect until 6:00 p.m. Thursday, November 28, 2024.”

The Met Services has also advised that “residents and motorists in flood and landslide prone areas or near rivers and streams should be prepared”, stating that a flood warning will be issued when conditions are favorable and during the Monitoring the possibility of flooding exists period.

“This flash flood watch may be upgraded to a warning if conditions warrant.”






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