The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has escalated its alert from a Flash-Flood Watch to a Flash-Flood Warning as a tropical wave intensifies its impact on the island. Authorities have cautioned that persistent heavy showers throughout Friday, October 31, 2025, could trigger flash floods in vulnerable low-lying and flood-prone regions. The warning, issued at 9:05 a.m., remains active until 6 p.m. or until conditions stabilize. The BMS predicts rainfall of two to three inches today and into the night, with weather improvements anticipated by Saturday, November 1. The department highlighted potential risks, including soil erosion on exposed or sloped terrain, water accumulation on roads and fields, traffic disruptions, and rising water levels in ponds and drainage systems. Minor flooding on roads and properties is also expected. Residents are urged to stay informed via official channels such as the BMS, the Department of Emergency Management, and the Government Information Service, accessible through websites, social media, and local news outlets. The BMS emphasized that a Flash-Flood Warning indicates ongoing or imminent flooding, typically within two hours. For further details, visit www.barbadosweather.org or contact 976-2376 or 535-0022.