Avisos

Hydrologic Outlook issued May 20 at 8:50AM AST by NWS San Juan PRESFSJUA significant increase in moisture caused by an approaching midto upper level trough, and a developing surface low pressuresystem will result in an enhanced risk for flooding later thisweek across Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.The rain is expected to reach the islands in pulses. The firstepisode should reach the area on Wednesday, with showers movingfrom the Caribbean Sea into the Virgin Islands, and across thesouthern and eastern half of Puerto Rico. Another pulse isexpected to reach the islands on Thursday, with lingering effectsinto Friday. The moisture field associated with this trough isexpected to be around through at least late Saturday.Prolonged periods of moderate to locally heavy rainfall willenhance the risk of flooding, river rises, and mudslides. It ispossible that some rivers overflow, and that flash floods developas well. The users are advised to stay tuned to weather updates,especially those that live or commute in flood prone areas.

National Weather Service

Excessive Heat Warning issued May 20 at 11:53AM AST until May 20 at 6:00PM AST by NWS San Juan PR* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditionswith heat index values exceeding 112. The Heat Advisory wasupgraded to an excessive heat warning.* WHERE...North Central, Northwest, and San Juan and VicinityCounties.* WHEN...Until 6 PM AST this evening.* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly duringextreme heat and high humidity events.To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety andHealth Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks inshaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heatshould be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is anemergency! Call 9 1 1.Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

National Weather Service

Heat Advisory issued May 20 at 11:53AM AST until May 20 at 6:00PM AST by NWS San Juan PR* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditionswith heat index values exceeding 112. The Heat Advisory wasupgraded to an excessive heat warning.* WHERE...North Central, Northwest, and San Juan and VicinityCounties.* WHEN...Until 6 PM AST this evening.* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly duringextreme heat and high humidity events.To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety andHealth Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks inshaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heatshould be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is anemergency! Call 9 1 1.Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

National Weather Service