Schools Closed in Dominica as Tropical Wave Triggers Flooding

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A strong tropical wave sweeping across the Eastern Caribbean has triggered heavy rainfall in Dominica, prompting the authorities to issue urgent flood advisories and close schools across affected areas.

The Dominica Meteorological Service has placed the island’s eastern districts under a flood warning, while a flood watch remains in effect for the southern region. Several communities have already reported flooding, with swollen rivers and waterlogged roads making travel difficult and unsafe.

Schools Closed in Dominica as Tropical Wave Triggers Flooding
Water on the road on the Northeastern part of Dominica

As a precaution, the Ministry of Education has ordered schools closed today, citing the risk to students and staff. Emergency officials are closely monitoring rainfall levels and urging residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas to remain vigilant.

The tropical wave is expected to continue bringing unstable weather conditions over the next several hours, with the potential for flash flooding and landslides.

This story was first published by Antigua News on September 23, 2025: antigua.news/2025/09/23/schools-closed-in-dominica-as-tropical-wave-triggers-flooding. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (5)

  • Vicky September 23, 2025, 8:59 AM

    Dominica always ah floodout
    Reply
    • Kawat September 23, 2025, 3:30 PM

      That bridge practically same level with the river, it’s dry again since this morning, dem children could have well gone school .It have work though
      Reply
  • Juju Bee September 23, 2025, 10:24 AM

    Wowww. The price you pay for being a Nature isle. Be safe all
    Reply
  • Informed citizen September 23, 2025, 10:35 PM

    School closures may disrupt learning, but safety comes first. Hopefully classes can resume quickly once the weather improves.
    Reply
  • Tariq September 23, 2025, 10:38 PM

    Those children had need a little rest,the weather will cool down
    Reply

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