The Meteorological Department of Curacao (MDC) has discontinued as of 5:00pm the Tropical Storm Warning for Sint Maarten. Small Craft Advisory remains in effect until Monday at 6:00am.
According to MDC 5:00pm weather bulletin, seas are expected to remain rough through Monday morning; a few rain bands will continue to move at times over the local region, causing periods with thundershowers through Monday morning.
Some flooding of low lying areas could still occur because of heavier showers.
This is the final advisory from the Department of Disaster Management (ODM) with respect to the progress of Tropical Storm Irene.
Monday, August 22 is a normal school and business day.
The ODM maintains its advice that during heavy rainfall, to avoid low lying areas; look out for possible street flooding and drive with caution. If the rainfall is persistent, while driving along hill sides, watch out for possible rock falls.
ODM would like to thank the general populace for their attention, observations and cooperation during the passing of Tropical Storm Irene.