Last Updated on September 17, 2022, 9:35 AM AST by Anthony Morris
Citizens and residents of the twin islands of St Kitts and Nevis and other islands in the Eastern Caribbean are bracing for the impact of storm-like conditions as Tropical Storm Fiona start affecting the region later this evening.
Senior MET officer in St Kitts and Nevis Elmo Burke revealed that the storm was located 123 miles East South East of St Kitts and Nevis and moving in a westerly direction at 15 miles per hour with sustained winds speeding at 50 miles per hour.
Burke stated that it is anticipated that the tropical storm would pass less than 50 miles to the south of St Kitts and Nevis.
He explained, “Heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected tonight while tomorrow will be cloudy to overcast with thunderstorms.”
He said a flash flood watch or warning is expected to be issued later this evening or throughout the night for the safety and security of the people of St Kitts and Nevis and the neighbouring islands of the eastern Caribbean region.
“There is high potential for flash flooding as well as landslides. Residents and Citizens of St Kitts and Nevis are urged to exercise extreme caution in areas prone to flash flooding and landslides.”
Burke said they are not anticipating that Fiona will develop into a hurricane before it impacts the federation.
“Although the centre is not likely to pass over us, we expect an impact in terms of tropical storm conditions.”
He warned the residents and citizens of St Kitts and Nevis to avoid exposure to the conditions, “Residents are urged to exert caution. If you are not required to be outside urgently, don’t be.”
He stated that “This is not the time to explore.”
The weather is expected to get better by Saturday afternoon, but the seas will be expected to remain choppy for some time beyond that.
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