A tropical wave is over the eastern Caribbean, and moving westward. This system will pass over Aruba between later today and Wednesday morning, bringing heavy thunderstorms and showers which may cause flooding.
During the next 24 hours, the wind will also increase in strength, causing sea conditions to gradually deteriorate and become quite rough.
Today at the beach, we did experience black clouds and some teeming rain. We expect for the storm to impact us shortly. It is so dry here in Aruba that last night at our annual harvest festival called, “Dera Gai,” many of the traditional bonfires got out of control, and burnt down large swaths of vegetation.
As the storm passes, I will continue to update. Stay safe.