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According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect generally hot and sunny conditions today (Monday 28th August 2023), despite a few isolated showery interruptions. There is a low (30%) chance of the isolated heavy shower or thunderstorm favoring Trinidad. Tonight will be mostly fair initially, becoming partly cloudy with showers over some areas and the chance of the isolated thunderstorm after Midnight.
The Met Office notes that gusty winds and street flooding can occur in the event of heavy downpours. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 34°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 33°C at Crown Point in Tobago. Seas are slight to moderate with waves up to 1.5m in open waters and calm in sheltered areas. Please continue to pay attention to the latest forecasts, alerts, and information issued by the TTMS.
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Pictured Above: Denyse Plummer. Legendary Calypso Queen Denyse Plummer died on Sunday (27th August 2023) at the age of sixty-nine (69), following a long battle with cancer. Her Facebook Page issued the following statement: “It is with a heavy heart we confirm the passing of our beloved queen, Denyse Plummer-Boocock. Denyse was a wonderful mother, grandmother, wife, friend and an exemplary example to the younger generations. She will be missed by many, especially her family. She will live on through her music, literature and the beautiful impressions she left on everyone she met. We love you Denyse, thanks for the magic you brought to this world 🌷.” A false rumour of Plummer’s death circulated widely last month, prompting her Facebook Page to issue a message from her family on 26th July 2023: “Hi everyone. Denyse is alive and well, resting at home on this rainy Wednesday. We have received an overwhelming outpour of love and support today and for that we are humbled and very appreciative. It goes without saying we are quite disappointed the media would put this news into the public eye without proper verification, but what’s done is done. We just wanted to assure her family, friends and fans that she’s still with us and thanks again for all the love and support. God Bless.” A benefit concert was held in May 2023 to celebrate Plummer. At the time, her team issued a Media Release outlining her distinguished career:
“From her early roots at Junior and Senior Music festival competitions while at Holy Name Convent, to talent competitions, 12 and Under, Teen Talent, and Scouting for Talent, just to name a few, her professional career took flight, as she honed her craft singing at bars and hotels throughout Trinidad and Tobago. Plummer, 69, showcased her versatility in performing all genres of music, including pop, reggae, and country songs after landing a job at the Chaconia Inn in Maraval. With all these achievements under her belt, she understood profoundly where her ‘navel string was buried’ and entered the African male-dominated areas of calypso and soca, along with chutney music. Her professional debut was in 1986 to a local audience that was not quite ready to accept a female calypsonian, far less one with a white father and black mother. She persevered and captured many titles. In 1987, she placed third in the National Calypso competition. In 1988, she reached the National Calypso Monarch finals and also won the Calypso Queen crown. By 2000, she was one of the main attractions at the Calypso Revue tent. Plummer won the Calypso Crown in 2001 with ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nah Leaving.’ She went even further, winning the critically acclaimed Amateur Night at the Apollo Theatre in New York, USA, in 1989 with Whitney Houston’s ‘Didn’t We Almost Have It All.’ She continued to conquer various regional and international calypso competitions and travelled worldwide as an ambassador of the art form. ‘Woman is Boss’ is also one of her songs that created waves and was a hit. After devoting her life to Jesus Christ as her Lord and saviour, Plummer unashamedly began her gospel ministry and proudly spread the message of peace, joy, and love to all.” Tributes poured in from across the world after her death was announced on Sunday (and confirmed this time), including from Bunji Garlin, who said on social media: “R.I.P dear Icon, Pioneer and Factor, a woman of courage and force DENYSE PLUMMER. Condolences goes out to the family, relatives and loved ones as we all continue to give thanks for priceless contributions to our arts of Trinidad and Tobago.” R.I.P to the Legendary Calypso Queen Denyse Plummer. [Source: Trinidad Express] The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) is advising customers in parts of North, Central and South Trinidad, served by the Caroni Water Treatment Plant, that emergency repairs at the Raw Water Electrical Control Station of the facility have been completed and the Plant returned to full production at 5:00 AM today (Sunday 27th August 2023).
WASA said the transmission and distribution systems are being recommissioned to provide pipe-borne water supply to affected areas. However, customers are advised that it may take up to forty-eight (48) hours for the service to normalize to some areas, in accordance with established water supply schedules. Customers are further advised that they may experience some discolouration in their water supply as the service is restored. The Authority notes that it will be engaging in system-flushing exercises, to minimize such occurrences. Customers experiencing such a supply should allow their water to run until it clears. Customers are reminded that a limited truck-borne service is available upon request. This can be requested through the following self-service options:
Alternatively, customers requiring direct assistance or further information can contact WASA’s Customer Call Centre, toll free at 800-4420 or 800-4426. The Authority thanks customers for their patience and understanding. Pictured Above: Illegal items seized over the past few days Two (2) assault rifles were among a quantity of illegal items seized recently by Officers during Operation Blue Line exercises, conducted across the Northern, North Eastern and North Central Divisions.
In the most recent exercise, Officers of the Pinto Police Post, Arima Municipal Task Force and Canine Branch, executed search warrants in the Carapo district, between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM on Friday (25th August 2023). A silver Honda City motor vehicle was searched during the exercise, resulting in the discovery of two (2) assault rifles, three (3) magazines, one (1) rifle suppressor, a quantity of ammunition, a quantity of camouflage clothing, a quantity of tactical clothing, two (2) bulletproof vests and a pair of boots. The vehicle is believed to have been used in multiple robberies in the Northern Division. Meanwhile, in the North Eastern Division, a man was arrested and a pistol and a quantity of ammunition seized by Officers of the San Juan Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and North Eastern Division Task Force, during an Operation Blue Line exercise on Thursday (24th August 2023). The exercise was conducted between 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM in the San Juan district. During the operation, Task Force and CID Officers conducted checks in several areas in the Mt. Hope, San Juan and Santa Cruz districts. A 25-year-old male suspect of San Juan was held after he was found to be in possession of a firearm, loaded with a magazine containing six (6) rounds of ammunition. And, in the North Central Division, Task Force Officers from Area East, conducted an exercise between 8:00 PM on Thursday night and 2:00 AM on Friday morning (25th August 2023). During the exercise, Officers intercepted a black Toyota Aqua motor vehicle, which was reportedly taken from its owner at gunpoint in the Malabar district around 9:15 PM on Thursday night. Two (2) occupants of the vehicle were arrested and a quantity of ammunition seized. Further investigations resulted in a blue Honda Civic motor vehicle also being discovered abandoned along the roadway in Arouca. Two (2) bandits were shot by Police Officers on Saturday morning (26th August 2023) during a shootout at New City Mall, Charlotte Street, Port-of-Spain. One of the suspects was shot in the chest and stomach, and the other in the leg. The incident occurred around 10:45 AM and caused panic in the busy shopping area, with scores of back-to-school shoppers scrambling for cover as gunshots rang out in the City.
According to reports, Municipal Police Officers were on patrol in the Capital when they were alerted to the presence of armed suspects after gunshots were heard coming from one of the stores. Several men armed with guns and cutlasses were said to have stormed into New City Mall in an attempted robbery. The Officers entered the Mall and confronted the men. An exchange of gunfire ensued between the men and the Officers, in which two (2) suspects were injured. The remaining suspects fled the scene. As Officers took the injured men to Hospital, one of them managed to escape by jumping out of the vehicle. A manhunt was launched in the East Port-of-Spain area for the escapee. He remained at large up to Saturday night. The other suspect received medical treatment at the Port-of-Spain General Hospital and is warded in a stable condition under Police guard. Saturday’s attempted robbery followed an incident in which a Chaguanas man was stabbed at a store in the Mall on Friday afternoon, following which merchandise worth several thousand dollars was stolen. Investigations are continuing. More on this as it becomes available. [Source: T&T Guardian] The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) is advising customers in parts of North, Central and South Trinidad, served by the Caroni Water Treatment Plant, who are being impacted by emergency repairs at the Raw Water Electrical Control Station of the facility, that the Plant was partially restarted at 8:30 PM last night (Friday 25th August 2023) and is currently producing 37 million gallons per day (MGD) or approximately 50% capacity.
WASA said emergency works are presently continuing to replace a defective transformer, to return the facility to full production of 75 MGD. This is expected to be completed by 6:00 PM today (Saturday 26th August 2023). As a result of this situation, various areas served by the Caroni Plant may experience low water pressures or no water. The Authority notes that it has ramped up its truck-borne water service. However, this is also being impacted by the disruption, which is affecting some filling stations. Notwithstanding this, affected customers can request a truck-borne supply through the following self-service options:
Alternatively, customers requiring direct assistance or further information can contact WASA’s Customer Call Centre, toll free at 800-4420 or 800-4426. The Authority thanks customers for their patience and understanding. Caribbean Airlines Limited (CAL) has set up a dedicated Refund Portal for all customers inconvenienced by flight cancellations over the period 19th - 22nd August 2023. The portal is live and accessible via www.refunds.caribbean-airlines.com.
According to CAL, getting your refund is easy:
Caribbean Airlines said it is committed to completing these refunds within fourteen (14) business days of receipt of the customer's application. The airline thanks all stakeholders and customers for their continued support. The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has provided the following weather outlook for T&T, from Saturday 26th to Wednesday 30th August 2023:
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In the event of a heavy shower or a thunderstorm, winds can become gusty and street or flash flooding is highly likely in the vicinity. With the occurrence of prolonged precipitation, the risk of land slips or landslides becomes elevated. Saharan dust is in mild concentrations today (Friday 25th August 2023), becoming occasionally moderate by Monday (28th August 2023). The Met Office notes that as an extended forecast goes further into the future, it is normal for the certainty to be reduced relative to the extended time period. Please continue to pay attention to the latest forecasts, alerts, and information issued by the TTMS. The Management of the Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago said the fire onboard the M.V. Cabo Star, following its departure from the Port of Scarborough at 11:23 PM on Wednesday (23rd August 2023), originated in the Engine Room, and was isolated and extinguished by crew in accordance with vessel emergency protocols.
No injuries were reported onboard the vessel and all passengers and crew were evacuated when it was safe to do so. The Port Authority said on Thursday (24th August 2023) that the extent of the damage is yet to be ascertained, and will be the subject of a thorough investigation. The management and staff of the Port Authority said it regrets any inconvenience caused by this unfortunate incident. In these circumstances, the operations of the M.V. Cabo Star was disrupted on Thursday, until further notice. However, there was no interruption to the inter-Island passenger ferry service and this service remains as scheduled. Pictured Above: Emily Ganesh, 16. The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) is seeking the public’s assistance to find a missing 16-year-old girl. In a social media post today (Friday 25th August 2023), the TTPS said Emily Ganesh of Carlsen Field, was last seen on Friday 18th August 2023.
Have you seen her? Anyone with information on the teen’s whereabouts can contact the Longdenville Police Post at 665-4539, or 999, 555, 911, 800-TIPS or any Police Station or submit a report via the TTPS App. |
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