Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – Juan Manuel Méndez-Gracia, the director of the Emergency Operations Center (COE), issued a stark warning on Tuesday regarding the continuation of heavy rainfall across the country until Thursday. The forecast, provided by the National Institute of Meteorology (INDOMET), underscores the urgency for residents to remain prepared, especially in provinces under red and yellow alerts. Méndez emphasized that the already saturated soil significantly heightens the risk of landslides and flash floods, posing threats to both urban and rural communities. He urged the public to stay vigilant and maintain contingency plans, even if temporary weather improvements occur, to safeguard lives and property. The COE continues to monitor the situation closely, coordinating efforts to mitigate potential disasters.