A Flash Flood Watch is effect for the Territory as weather conditions continue to deteriorate on Monday morning. The watch, issued by the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services is valid from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., April 13th. It is important to note that the watch is likely to be upgraded to a Flash Flood … Continued
Residents across the British Virgin Islands are being urged to prepare for possible flash flooding as a significant weather system is expected to bring heavy rainfall early this week. According to the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services, a trough system is forecast to begin affecting the Territory from Monday night, with the highest risk of flash … Continued
Forecasters are predicting a slightly quieter-than-average Atlantic hurricane season in 2026, according to an early outlook released by Colorado State University’s Tropical Cyclones team. Researchers estimate the season will produce 13 named storms, including six hurricanes and two major hurricanes (Category 3 or stronger). That’s below the long-term average of 14 named storms, seven hurricanes … Continued
Seismologists recorded two minor earthquakes in the Caribbean region during the early hours of Friday, January 2, though neither event was reported as being felt by residents. The first earthquake, measuring magnitude 3.2, occurred at approximately 2:36 a.m. local time in the Caribbean Sea near Isla de Mona, off the west coast of Puerto Rico. … Continued
The British Virgin Islands is experiencing unsettled weather this morning, Thursday, September 18, as a trough system near the Territory produces scattered showers and cloudy conditions, according to the Department of Disaster Management (DDM). In its morning weather bulletin, the DDM reported a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms throughout the day, with showers expected to … Continued
At the 49th CARICOM Head of Government Meeting, Director of Communication, Karia Christopher interviewed Executive Director of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency, Elizabeth Riley, for a timely conversation on disaster readiness. With the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season already underway and shaping up to more active than usual. Riley is urging the residence of the … Continued
Director of the Department of Disaster Management Jasen Penn says with the United States ending the Defense Meteorological Satellite Program, which shared weather satellite data with forecasters at the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration would create some challenges for countries including the BVI. Penn said those satellites provided structural information about weather systems, adding they … Continued
Officials are warning residents to complete hurricane preparations now, citing weakened satellite forecasting and shifting storm trends as the territory approaches the most active stretch of the 2025 season. Speaking during Virgin Islands Voice, Director of Disaster Management Jason Penn confirmed that despite a slow start, the season remains classified as above average, with 16 … Continued
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be more active than usual, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasting a 60% chance of above-normal activity from June 1 to November 30. The outlook includes 13 to 19 named storms, with 6 to 10 likely to become hurricanes, and 3 to 5 potentially intensifying … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is currently under a Flash Flood Advisory, with minor flooding expected in low-lying and flood-prone areas. The advisory, which is valid until 8:30 PM tonight, was issued by the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services due to ongoing weather conditions. A line of moisture influencing the weather over the islands has … Continued
