Lares Municipality, PR
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In effect from Saturday 09/19 2:59 PM AST – Saturday 09/19 6:00 PM AST
Issued by NWS San Juan PR
What
Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
Where
Lares in Puerto Rico... Utuado in Puerto Rico...
When
Until 600 PM AST.
Impacts
Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Additional Details
- At 259 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.
Areas Impacted
- Lares, PR
- Utuado, PR
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Advisory is issued when flooding may cause significant inconvenience, or even become dangerous if you are not careful. Know your risk at home, work and school, and use caution when flooding is expected.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check road conditions before traveling, and obey road closures and barricades.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Heat Risk Returns Today - Heat Advisory
Created by the NWS San Juan WFO
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026 | Sábado, 19 de septiembre de 2026 — The heat never really left, but higher heat risk is back today. A Heat Advisory is in effect from 10 AM to 5 PM AST for Puerto Rico, including Culebra and Vieques, and for St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix. Most heat-sensitive people may be affected; drink water often, take frequent breaks, and limit strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day. El calor nunca se fue del todo, pero hoy aumenta nuevamente el riesgo por calor. | Una Advertencia de Calor está vigente de 10 AM a 5 PM AST para Puerto Rico, incluyendo Culebra y Vieques, y para St. Thomas, St. John y St. Croix. La mayoría de las personas sensibles al calor pueden verse afectadas; manténgase hidratado, tome descansos frecuentes y limite la actividad física intensa durante las horas de más calor.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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