Belize Spared For Another Hurricane Season
Belizeans can breathe a sigh of relief as the hurricane season ends without any significant storms impacting the country this year.
Belizeans can breathe a sigh of relief as the hurricane season ends without any significant storms impacting the country this year.
Rainy weather is expected to continue through the weekend with a flood warning in effect for low-lying areas of the country.
Belize City experienced urban flash floods due to heavy October rains, revealing ongoing drainage issues despite some improvements.
Belizean authorities warn the public to monitor Tropical Storm Ida, which is expected to pass without significant impact on Belize.
Flooding in Southern Belize affects Bladen bridge and main streets of Bladden village as residents are warned to monitor rising river levels.
Hurricane Grace is expected to make landfall in Mexico, while Belize is forecasted to experience rain but no hurricane conditions.
Belize is not under hurricane watch as tropical storm Grace moves across the Caribbean, expected to make landfall in Mexico.
A strong gust of wind resembling a tornado damaged roofs of four homes in Billy White Village, but no injuries were reported.
The Ministry of Sustainable Development and National Meteorological Services predict an active hurricane season for 2021 based on current weather trends and climate patterns.
Experts reviewed the 2020 hurricane season, highlighting its record activity and the climatic factors that contributed to the extreme weather events in Belize and the region.
The National Meteorological Service warns Belizeans to prepare for an active hurricane season with predictions of 6 to 10 hurricanes this year.
NEMO is preparing for the hurricane season by improving drainage and shelters to prevent a repeat of last year's flooding.
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