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Met Service issues flash flood watch for eight parishes amid increased rainfall

Oct 23, 2026 · The Gleaner

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The Meteorological Service has issued a flash flood watch for low-lying and flood-prone areas of St Ann, St Mary, Portland, St Thomas, Kingston, St Andrew, St Catherine and Clarendon. A flash flood watch means that flash flooding is possible. Residents are advised to take precautionary measures and be ready to act quickly if flooding is observed or a warning is issued. The watch will remain in place until 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 25.

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