The Department of Disaster Management (ODM) is advising the population of the South side of the island to monitor the progress of a Tropical Wave (TW) approaching the island chain.
On Friday afternoon the TW was located 800 miles from the islands of the Eastern Caribbean. According to the National Hurricane Center, the TW shows signs of organization and environmental conditions are expected to gradually become more conducive for development as it approaches the island chain.
The TW is expected to pass on Saturday night into Sunday.
It is still too early to say at this point in time with respect to the type of weather that could be expected if any, however ODM is advising that in case of heavy rainfall, to avoid low lying areas; look out for possible street flooding; and if the rainfall is persistent, while driving along hill sides, watch out for possible rock falls.
The ODM will closely monitor this system and the public will be duly informed if necessary.