The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a notice to the public regarding a temporary road closure on the Sir Francis Drake Highway in the Pockwood Pond area.

The highway has become impassable due to severe flooding, and motorists are advised to seek alternative routes.

Commuters travelling past Pockwood Pond and towards the western end of the island should detour through the hills, as water rushing downhill from heavy rainfall has rendered the main roadway unsafe for passage.

The Fire Department is actively working to address the flooding and ensure the road can be safely reopened. Officials will issue an all-clear signal once the situation has been resolved.

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force regrets any inconvenience caused and urges all motorists to exercise caution and follow the advised detours.

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Fortunately, no injuries have been reported thus far, but efforts are underway to assess the full extent of the damage and ensure the safety of all affected areas.

In addition to the damage at Joe’s Hill Manor Estate, the torrential rains caused widespread flooding on the streets, with businesses on Flemming Street bearing the brunt of the floodwaters. The situation was compounded by erosion, landslides, and flash flooding on Virgin Gorda, rendering access to North Sound via Valley impassable and posing hazardous conditions for residents.

As a result of the adverse weather conditions, several banks across the region, including Bank of Asia (BVI), CIBC Caribbean, First Bank Virgin Islands, National Bank of the Virgin Islands, Popular, Republic Bank (BVI) and VP Bank (BVI), were forced to close their doors.

In a precautionary move to prioritise public safety, all public schools across the territory were closed. However, as of today, May 9, they have reopened, except for Elmore Stoutt High School, which will resume face-to-face sessions on Friday, May 10th, 2024.

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