Update: High-Wind Advisory as Tropical Wave nears Barbados

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August 14, 2026

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Update: High-Wind Advisory as Tropical Wave nears Barbados

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Barbados is under a High-Wind Advisory as strong winds from a tropical wave already affecting the island are expected to intensify later today and tonight.

The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) said the wave was located about 290 miles (500 kilometres) East-southeast of the island.

The Small Craft and High Surf Warning also remains in effect, with the strong winds already generating hazardous marine conditions around the island.

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