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Subject: Warmer than usual temperatures are anticipated this weekend

According to the most recent report from our Met office, the forecast anticipates warmer than usual day and nighttime temperatures with the possibility of episodes of excessive heat during the upcoming months. The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment is advising Vincentians especially our children, elderly, persons with pre-existing conditions, pregnant women, construction workers and people who generally work outdoors to take all the precautionary measures to beat the heat. Saharan dust episodes could become frequent; therefore, attention should be placed on monitoring updates to reduce the risk of exacerbation of respiratory illness in susceptible persons. As unusual weather conditions associated with climate change can affect our health, it is important for us to take precautionary measures to protect ourselves and our families.
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment would like to offer a few reminders and tips that can help you beat the heat:

1. Stay hydrated - The more we sweat the more water our bodies would need. Drinking water, coconut water and unsweetened beverages before you get thirsty can keep you ahead of the “low energy” feelings caused by dehydration.

2. Avoid sweetened, sugary and alcoholic drinks - like beers and sodas which can actually cause dehydration.

3. Wear light colored loose-fitting preferably cotton clothing- if your dress code permits. Dark synthetic clothing can actually absorb heat and make it harder for the body to stay cool.

4. Keep doors and windows open where possible- this would allow cooling breezes to flow in and hot air to rise out.

5. Reduce outdoor physical activity- including exercising during the hottest periods of the day. Plan your outdoor activities for the cooler time like early morning and late afternoon hours if possible.

6. If you must go outside walk in the shade, use broad brimmed hats or umbrellas and apply sunscreen with an SPF of 50 or more.

The Ministry will continue to monitor the situation closely and update the public accordingly.

Virgin Atlantic-AIA

NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL032023 500 PM AST Tue Jun 20 2023 ...BRET A LITTLE STRONGER... ...TROPICAL STORM WATCH ISSUED FOR BARBADOS... SUMMARY OF 500 PM AST...2100 UTC...INFORMATION ---------------------------------------------- LOCATION...12.2N 48.6W ABOUT 835 MI...1350 KM E OF THE WINDWARD ISLANDS MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...45 MPH...75 KM/H PRESENT MOVEMENT...W OR 280 DEGREES AT 18 MPH...30 KM/H MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1006 MB...29.71 INCHES WATCHES AND WARNINGS -------------------- CHANGES WITH THIS ADVISORY: The government of Barbados has issued a Tropical Storm Watch for Barbados. SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT: A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for... * Barbados A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area, generally within 48 hours. Interests elsewhere in the Lesser Antilles should monitor the progress of Bret. Tropical storm watches will likely be required for other islands later tonight. For storm information specific to your area, please monitor products issued by your national meteorological service. DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK ---------------------- At 500 PM AST (2100 UTC), the center of Tropical Storm Bret was located near latitude 12.2 North, longitude 48.6 West. Bret is moving toward the west near 18 mph (30 km/h), and this general motion is expected to continue for the next several days. On the forecast track, the center of Bret is expected move across portions of the Lesser Antilles Thursday afternoon and Thursday night, and then move across the eastern Caribbean Sea on Friday. Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 45 mph (75 km/h) with higher gusts. Additional strengthening is forecast during the next day or so, and Bret is expected to be a tropical storm when it reaches the Lesser Antilles Thursday and Thursday night. Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 45 miles (75 km) from the center. The estimated minimum central pressure is 1006 mb (29.71 inches). HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND ---------------------- Key messages for Bret can be found in the Tropical Cyclone Discussion under AWIPS header MIATCDAT3, WMO header WTNT43 KNHC and on the web at hurricanes.gov/text/MIATCDAT3.shtml WIND: Tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area by Thursday. RAINFALL: Through Saturday morning, storm total rainfall amounts of 4 to 6 inches with maximum amounts of 10 inches are possible across portions of the Lesser Antilles from Guadeloupe southward to St. Lucia. Rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are possible across Barbados and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The heavy rainfall could lead to flash flooding, especially across areas of higher terrain. Isolated urban flooding is also possible. NEXT ADVISORY ------------- Next intermediate advisory at 800 PM AST. Next complete advisory at 1100 PM AST. $$ Forecaster Berg

Tropical Depression Three Forecast Discussion US Dept of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Hurricane Center 11691 SW 17th Street Miami, FL, 33165 [email protected]