News Release
 
Written by Roddy Heyliger, Government Information Service (GIS), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, St. Maarten D.W.I. Tel. 00-599-543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis@sintmaarten.net;
 
For Immediate Release: Thursday, August 14, 2008/N116
 
11.30AM

Office of Disaster Management & Preparedness says to exercise caution during possible localized flooding conditions
 
GREAT BAY, St. Maarten (GIS) – The Office of Disaster Management & Preparedness (ODMP) is advising the public to exercise a level of caution due to the possibility of localized flooding in low lying areas known to be prone to flooding, from heavy rains and gusty winds that are expected within the next 24-36 hours due to the passing of an area of low pressure associated with a tropical wave.

In the coming weeks the island will experience from time to time Tropical Waves that can cause localized flooding in low lying areas.  

Motorists while driving should exercise caution during heavy rainfall.

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Roddy Heyliger
St. Maarten Government Information Service (GIS)