10.30am, 29 August
Anguilla can expect rain over the next few days as the remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly continue to move towards the northeastern Caribbean islands.
In its 8am forecast, the National Hurricane Center said showers and thunderstorms have increased this morning in association with the weather system.
However, there are no signs that it will develop a “closer circulation” again as it moves west-northwest at about 25 miles per hour.
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The centre warned that it could bring “locally heavy rains and gusty winds” to portion of the Leeward Islands over the next several days.
On 28 August at about 1.30pm, Anguilla’s Department of Disaster Management issued a notice saying the remnants of Dolly will move toward Anguilla late Saturday into Sunday.
It added that gusty winds associated with rain bands may cause minor damage to loose outdoor items, tree branches and temporary structures.
The department encouraged residents to monitor official forecasts and advisories, review family hurricane preparedness plans and ensure emergency supplies are ready if conditions change.
Dolly weakens to tropical wave as system continues towards Caribbean
11.30am, 28 August
Tropical Storm Dolly has weakened to an open tropical wave as it continues on its track towards the northeastern Caribbean.
In its 11am forecast, the National Hurricane Center said the weather system could bring heavy rain and flash flooding to parts of the region over the weekend.
Dolly is moving west at about 25 miles per hour, with maximum sustained winds of 40mph with higher gusts.
It is likely to continue moving towards the Caribbean at the same speed for the next couple of days and approach Anguilla over Saturday night into Sunday.
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect, but the centre urged “interests in the Leeward Islands” to monitor the progress of the storm’s remnants.
Anguilla’s Department of Disaster Management issued a notice on 27 August at about 2.30pm in which it said short bursts of intense rainfall could lead to flash flooding.
It added that gusty winds associated with rain bands may cause minor damage to loose outdoor items, tree branches and temporary structures.
It encouraged residents to monitor official forecasts and advisories, review family hurricane preparedness plans and ensure emergency supplies are ready if conditions change.
Dolly becomes fourth named tropical storm of Atlantic hurricane season
12.30am, 27 August
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic Ocean, becoming the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
In its 11am forecast, the National Hurricane Center said the weather system is moving west at about 24 miles per hour, with maximum sustained winds of 40mph.
It said there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect but urged “interests in the Leeward Islands” to monitor its progress.
The centre said the storm is likely to continue moving towards the Caribbean at the same speed for the next couple of days and will approach the easterly islands over the weekend.
“Little change in strength is forecast during the next 48 hours, and Dolly is forecast to degenerate into a tropical wave before it reaches the Leeward Islands,” the report said.
Heavy rain from the system could begin to affect the Leeward Islands from late Saturday into Sunday, and may produce flash flooding, especially in areas of higher terrain.
Anguilla’s Department of Disaster Management has not yet issued any notice on the weather system.
Atlantic hurricane season runs from June to November, with peak season from late August to early October.
The Department of Disaster Management advises the public stay connected through its official WhatsApp channel. Click here for more information.
Information on how to prepare for a hurricane is available from the US National Weather Service here.
A list and map of hurricane shelter locations can be found on the Anguilla Red Cross site here.
