BVI Department of Disaster Management

BVI Department of Disaster Management

2/21/2025, 11:43:58 AM

WEATHER FORECAST FOR THE VIRGIN ISLANDS….Friday 21 February: Synopsis: Relatively stable atmospheric conditions will linger across the area and restrict any significant shower activity over and around the islands today. However, by tonight, moisture and instability associated with a weak trough will move into the area, heightening the chances for shower activity across the region. Weather today: Partly sunny skies in general with a 40 percent or moderate chance of a brief passing morning shower. Weather tonight: Partly cloudy skies, with periods of increased cloudiness and a 70 percent or high chance of overnight showers, mainly after midnight. Winds: East-southeast at 15 to 26 km/h or 9 to 16 mph, with lighter spells overnight. Seas: 1.5 to 2.1 meters or 5 to 7 feet. Therefore, small craft operators should continue to exercise caution. Sunset today: 6:22 pm. Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services Bernell Simon-Forecaster For more weather information, visit the Department of Disaster Management WeatherStem Station on the provided link. http://bvi.weatherstem.com/tortola Disclaimer: The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is not a Meteorological Office. Information the Department shares is gathered from several professional sources contracted by the Department. This information should be used as a guide for anyone interested in local weather conditions. By no means can DDM or the Government of the Virgin Islands be held accountable by anyone who uses this information appropriately for legal evidence or in justification of any decision, which may result in the loss of finances, property or life

BVI Department of Disaster Management

2/28/2025, 6:00:34 PM

This is the monthly test of the National Early Warning Multi-hazard Alert System. If you have questions or concerns about the early warning system, please contact the Department of Disaster Management at 468-4200 or [email protected]

BVI Department of Disaster Management

2/23/2025, 9:18:49 PM

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BVI Department of Disaster Management

2/9/2025, 12:21:57 AM

A Tsunami advisory has been issued. DDM is monitoring. A strike slip type of fracture/earthquake occurred. No evacuation notice issued at this time. The Puerto Rico Seismic Network is running a forecast and will inform the DDM of the results shortly. Strong currents expected at sea and along coast around 948 pm tonight. DDM will provide morr details shortly