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A strong Tropical Wave, currently near Hispaniola, is expected to continue westwards and be just east of Jamaica tonight and early Wednesday. Satellite imagery indicates large areas of showers and thunderstorms associated with this system with the capacity to produce flash floods.

The regional Hurricane Centre in Miami has indicated a 40 percent chance of tropical cyclone development over the next 24 to 48 hours.

Widespread showers and thunderstorm, which may be heavy at times, along with gusty winds, are also expected as the Tropical Wave moves across Jamaica on Wednesday.

Fishers and other marine interests are advised to exercise caution as strong, gusty winds are likely in showers and thunderstorms over inshore and offshore areas.

The Meteorological Service will continue to monitor this system.