The Tribune

UPDATE: This severe thunderstorm watch has been lifted

The Bahamas Department of Meteorology has issued a severe thunderstorm watch from 2.50pm until 4.00pm EDT today. The watch is now in effect for Central Grand Bahama (including High Rock), North and Central Andros, Driggs Hill South Andros, Central Exuma, North Long Island, New Providence and South and Central Abaco and its adjacent waters and cays.

Some of these thunderstorms will be severe at times causing strong gusty winds, dangerous lightning, flooding in low-flying areas, heavy downpours and possible waterspout or tornadic activity.

Boaters in the watch areas should seek safe harbour and residents in the watch areas should stay indoors and away from windows when conditions worsen. Residents should also protect themselves in flood prone areas.