All Schools Closed in St. Maarten as Flooding Alert Issued

All schools in Sint Maarten have been closed due to severe weather conditions tied to the remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly, which has weakened into a tropical wave. The Sint Maarten Meteorological Department (MDS) has issued a flood alert for the island, warning that atmospheric conditions will remain sufficiently humid and unstable to produce heavy rainfall and potential flooding. The moisture and instability left in Dolly's wake are expected to persist, keeping the risk elevated for an extended period. Authorities have taken precautionary measures by shutting schools to protect students and staff from dangerous conditions. The flooding alert signals a broader public safety concern for residents across the island. Sint Maarten, which is vulnerable to flash flooding due to its terrain and infrastructure, faces particular risk during periods of prolonged tropical moisture. Residents have been urged to monitor official updates from the MDS as conditions evolve.