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A tropical wave located just west of the Windward Islands in the eastern Caribbean Sea has shown increased organization in its showers and thunderstorms since yesterday. Despite this, surface observations reveal that the disturbance has yet to form a closed circulation. Moving swiftly westward at speeds of 20 to 25 mph, the system’s rapid movement is expected to hinder significant development in the immediate future. However, as the wave slows over the central Caribbean Sea later this week, environmental conditions are predicted to become more conducive for development, potentially leading to the formation of a tropical depression by mid to late week. Regardless of its development, heavy rainfall and gusty winds are anticipated to persist across the Windward and Leeward Islands through Monday morning. The probability of formation within the next 48 hours remains low at 30%, but it increases significantly to 70% over the next seven days. Flash flood and landslide advisories are currently in effect, urging residents to remain vigilant. The next update from the Meteorological Services of MBIA and the Grenada Airports Authority (GAA) will be issued at 2 am.

The Tropical North Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico are under close surveillance as two tropical waves pose significant weather threats to the region. Tropical Wave 1, currently positioned near 64°W south of 17°N, is advancing westward at 15 to 20 knots. Scattered moderate convection has been observed south of 14°N between 62°W and 65°W. Meanwhile, Tropical Wave 2, identified as Invest AL98, is located near 57°W, approximately 270 nautical miles east of Grenada, stretching from 04°N to 18°N. This system is moving westward at 20 knots, generating widespread showers and thunderstorms. Heavy rainfall and gusty winds are anticipated across the Windward and Leeward Islands, persisting through Monday morning. The wave is expected to accelerate into the eastern Caribbean Sea at 20 to 25 mph. While further development is limited in the next 48 hours due to its rapid movement, conditions may become more favorable for intensification as it slows over the central Caribbean Sea later this week. A tropical depression could form by mid to late week, with a 10% chance of development within 48 hours and a 60% chance over seven days. Grenada remains under a flash flood and landslide advisory as the axis of the wave is projected to traverse the island this afternoon. Updates will be provided at 2 pm by the Meteorological Services of the Grenada Airports Authority (GAA).

In a landmark move to enhance bilateral health cooperation, Grenada and Ghana have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will facilitate the temporary deployment of Ghanaian registered nurses to Grenada. The agreement, formalized in Accra, Ghana, marks a significant step in addressing Grenada’s healthcare workforce shortages while providing Ghanaian nurses with international exposure and professional development opportunities. The MOU was signed by Grenada’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade and Export Development, the Honourable Joseph Andall, and Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, during an official visit by Grenada’s Prime Minister, the Honourable Dickon Mitchell. This initiative is expected to improve healthcare delivery in Grenada, strengthen public health responses, and foster sustainable development in Ghana’s health sector. Beyond healthcare, the agreement symbolizes a broader effort to deepen Caribbean-African ties and advance South-South cooperation. Both governments anticipate that this partnership will serve as a model for future collaboration in education, trade, and capacity building under the Africa–Caricom framework. Prime Minister Mitchell emphasized the shared commitment to improving citizens’ quality of life through enhanced healthcare services, reinforcing the friendly relationship between the two nations. The MOU will take effect upon the completion of internal ratification processes in both countries.