Alert · Weather · U.S. Virgin Islands
Weather Alert: Flood Advisory
Official details
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
Where
Saint John.
When
Until 315 PM AST.
Impacts
Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways.
Additional details
- At 112 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Safety instructions
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.