Tropical Wave Nears Jamaica, Residents in Low-Lying Areas Advised to Prepare for Evacuation

As a strong tropical wave approaches the island, the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is urging residents in flood-prone and low-lying areas to prepare for possible evacuation.

The weather system is expected to bring unstable weather conditions starting tomorrow and continuing through Friday.

According to ODPEM, scattered showers and thunderstorms are anticipated as the tropical wave affects the island.

In light of this, residents are advised to be ready to evacuate if necessary and to plan their evacuation routes in advance.

The agency is also reminding the public to avoid flooded waterways and to secure all important documents.

In areas that are at immediate risk of flooding, residents are urged to turn off all electrical power, gas, and water supplies.

As the hurricane season is still ongoing, ODPEM is stressing the importance of taking these safety precautions seriously.

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