Burrell Boom Village Faces Rising Floodwaters

Residents of Burrell Boom village started experiencing rising floodwaters over the weekend. This morning, several parts of the village area are difficult to access. A local reported that the main road near Black Orchid Resort is now impassable. Flooding is also affecting areas near the garbage dump and the new government housing community.

The National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) issued an advisory on Sunday for the Boom Bypass entrance, warning that parts of the road are currently underwater. NEMO advises drivers to “drive with caution and reduce speed when approaching the area” and “avoid unnecessary travel through the bypass if alternate routes are available.”

Small vehicles and trucks are being urged to “exercise caution” as they navigate the flooded streets. Drivers are advised to take the newer road leading to the Western Highway to avoid areas that are heavily flooded.

The flooding comes after Tropical Storm Sara swept across Belize, causing widespread flooding. The storm brought heavy rains, which have led to rising floodwaters as they flow down the river. Last Friday, the only way in or out of Crooked Tree was by boat, and at least twelve families had to evacuate due to the flooding.