DDM Keeps a Close Eye on Invest
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) in the Virgin Islands is vigilantly monitoring Invest 91L, a weather disturbance located approximately 2,000 miles east-southeast of the territory. With the potential to strengthen into a tropical depression by the weekend or early next week, residents are urged to stay alert and prepared.
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) of the Virgin Islands has issued a warning about Invest 91L, a weather system currently brewing about 2,000 miles east-southeast of the territory. This announcement, made on Friday, September 5, underscores the importance of vigilance and preparation as the system shows potential to escalate into at least a tropical depression by the coming weekend or early the following week.
The exact path and strength of Invest 91L remain uncertain at this stage. However, current projections indicate that the Virgin Islands could feel its impacts late next week into the weekend. Given these predictions, the DDM has called on residents to remain on high alert and begin preparing for any possible outcomes.
This preparation involves staying informed through official updates from both the DDM and the National Hurricane Centre. The DDM also emphasizes the importance of checking and restocking emergency supplies, including essentials such as food, water, medications, batteries, and safeguarding important documents.
While Invest 91L is still a considerable distance from the Territory, officials are cautioning that the system has the potential to develop into a tropical storm as it progresses westward across the Atlantic. The community is encouraged to steer clear of unverified information and lean on trusted sources for accurate updates.
This proactive approach by the DDM highlights the importance of preparedness and the need for residents to remain informed about potential weather threats. As the situation with Invest 91L evolves, the DDM’s guidance will be crucial in ensuring the safety and readiness of the Virgin Islands community.
Primary source: JTV