Published 26 May 2026
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St. Kitts and Nevis News Source
SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS UNDER DROUGHT WARNING AMID BELOW-NORMAL RAINFALL FORECAST
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 26, 2026 (SKNIS): Senior Meteorological Officer Elmo Burke, is urging residents, businesses, and water-dependent sectors across Saint Kitts and Nevis to begin implementing water conservation measures as the Federation faces the likelihood of below-normal rainfall over the coming months.
According to Mr. Burke, rainfall totals across Saint Kitts and Nevis have already fallen below the climatological average in recent months, and current forecasts indicate that the upcoming wet season is also expected to bring less rainfall than usual. As a result, a drought warning has been issued for the Federation.
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