The centre of Bret now located 11 miles away from SVG

Advisory # 7 TROPICAL STORM WARNING remains in effect for ST VINCENT and the GRENADINES (SVG) from the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Meteorological Services

Issued at 11:00 pm, Thursday June 22nd, 2023

This Tropical Storm Warning means that sustained winds of 39 – 73 mph (63 – 118kmh)

/tropical storm conditions are expected within our area, within 24hours.

At 11 pm, the center of the Tropical Storm Bret was located near latitude 13.3° North; longitude 61.1° West, or approximately 11 miles (18 kilometers) east of the SVG. Tropical Storm Bret is moving towards the west at 18 mph (29 km/h) with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph (97 km/h) with higher gusts.

Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 115 miles (185 km) from the center.

Tropical storm conditions are expected across our islands tonight and could linger across SVG during Friday. Be Prepared.

A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect for SVG

Occasional moderate/heavy showers, periods of rain, isolated thunderstorms and strong gale-force/storm winds can be expected across SVG. Rainfall accumulations of 3 to 6inches (75 to 150mm) with isolated higher amounts are likely across our islands. A flash-flood watch remains in effect until further notice. Residents and motorists in areas prone to flooding and landslides or near rivers and streams should be prepared.

A small-Craft and High Surf Warning is in effect for SVG

Marine conditions are expected to be rough with sea-swells ranging between 4.0m (13ft) to 4.5m (15ft) and possibly higher, along northern and north-eastern coastlines during tonight and early Friday. A small craft and high surf warning remains in effect until further notice. All vessels should remain in port. Sea-bathers are also advised to stay out of the water.

Residents in low lying coastal areas should take action to protect life and property.

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Prepared by: Gregory Cato