Inclement weather affects Dominica with showers and thunderstorms across island

It has been raining in the Commonwealth of Dominica since this afternoon. People of the country seem scared of these weather conditions as the grocery stores are flooded with citizens buying sufficient supplies to cope with the inclement weather. The threat of Tropical Storm Jerry passing through the Northern Atlantic Ocean has created a little buzz around the island after the devastation caused by Hurricane turned storm Dorian in the Bahamas couple of weeks ago.

The meteorological services have also issued an advisory asking the people to remain cautious and connected with the weather updates.

As per the advisory issued by the official government meteorology department unstable conditions, produced by Hurricane Jerry moving to the north of the Leeward islands are expected to produce occasional cloudiness with scattered showers and possible isolated thunderstorms across the area during the next 24 hours.

Meanwhile, a tropical wave with a medium chance of development is currently being monitored and is expected to generate an increase in shower and thunderstorm activity across portions of the island chain, including Dominic by late this afternoon into Sunday. The activity, which could be moderate to heavy at times, is projected to linger into Tuesday of next week. People in areas prone to flooding, landslides and falling rocks are advised to exercise caution during the period.

Moderate seas are expected during the next 24 hours with waves peaking near 8.0 feet. Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution due to swells generated by Tropical Storm Jerry. A further increase in wind speeds and wave heights can be expected by Sunday.

Furthermore, small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise extreme caution due to above normal sea swells.