 The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) is officially declaring the start of the 2022 Dry Season.
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The Met Office notes that ongoing climatic patterns/features, including the dominance of upper-level Westerly winds over the region, an intensified North Atlantic Sub-Tropical high pressure system that has expanded its reach Southward and deeper into the atmosphere, compared to two (2) weeks ago, along with a strengthened trade-wind inversion, which serves to limit deep clouds development, are present. Together, this configuration signals that the region has transitioned to its drier state, which is generally manifested by reduced moisture, increased stability, fewer deep clouds, less frequent rainfall, cooler temperatures, and stronger surface winds. The latest Rainfall and Temperature Outlook for the 2022 Dry Season for Trinidad and Tobago is available at: www.metoffice.gov.tt/rainandtemp
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 The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has issued a Hazardous Seas Alert (Yellow Level) for a total of forty-eight (48) hours. The Alert begins at 2pm on Thursday (6th January 2022) and will remain in effect until 2pm on Saturday (8th January 2022).
According to the Met Office, Northerly high energy swells are expected to impact near-shore areas along Tobago as early as Thursday afternoon and gradually encroach on the Northern and Western coastal areas of Trinidad. These swells can result in battering waves at coastal regions and can be exacerbated during high tides. These conditions are expected to persist until Saturday afternoon. All marine interests should carefully monitor near-shore/coastal sea conditions and exercise caution along affected areas. This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.  If you thought it was cold/chilly last night, you were right. The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) said it recorded a minimum temperature of 20.7°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 23.4°C at Crown Point in Tobago.
As for today’s weather forecast (Sunday 26th December 2021), the Met Office says we can expect predominantly sunny conditions except for a brief shower in a few areas. Tonight will be mostly clear and cool despite a brief overnight shower. The forecast maximum temperature for today is 31°C for both Trinidad and Tobago.  The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has issued an Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) for a total of forty-one (41) hours. The Alert begins at 11pm tonight (Tuesday 21st December 2021) and will remain in effect until 4pm on Thursday (23rd December 2021). Trinidad and to a lesser extent, Tobago, is expected to be impacted.
According to the Met Office, there is a high (70%) potential for isolated moderate to heavy showers accompanied by gusty winds in excess of 55 Km/hr. Such wind gusts may be brief but are capable of displacing unsecured roofs and loose outdoor objects and can even topple over unhealthy trees. Heavy downpours can lead to street flooding and localized ponding, especially in low lying areas. While Trinidad is expected to experience the majority of the rainfall activity and associated impacts, there is still the likelihood of Tobago experiencing isolated strong gusts in the vicinity of showers. Citizens are advised to secure loose outdoor objects and livestock. Do not venture into floodwaters. This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.  The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has extended its initial Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) for a second time — this time by a further sixteen (16) hours. The Alert was scheduled to expire at 6pm this evening (Monday 13th December 2021) but will now remain in effect until 10am on Tuesday (14th December 2021). The Alert now applies to Northern Trinidad and Tobago.
According to the Met Office, settled conditions are now dominant over Southern parts of Trinidad as impactful weather has decreased significantly. However, rainy periods can continue this evening in various locations. Impactful weather can still affect Northern Trinidad and Tobago and there is the medium to high (60% - 70%) chance of heavy downpours and Thunderstorms, along with persistent rainy periods. Saturated soils will increase the likelihood of localized ponding and street flooding as well as landslides/landslips in areas so prone. Gusts in excess of 55 Km/h can be expected near heavy downpours and can displace loose outdoor objects and unsecured roofs. Citizens are advised to secure loose items outdoors. Do not wade or drive through flood waters. Monitor weather conditions and updates from official sources. This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates. 
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has extended its initial Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) by twenty-six (26) hours. The Alert was scheduled to expire at 4pm this afternoon (Sunday 12th December 2021) but will now remain in effect until 6pm on Monday (13th December 2021). The Alert now applies to Tobago as well.
According to the Met Office, although a few settled periods can be experienced this evening, there is still the high (70%) chance of heavy downpours and Thunderstorms. Elevated river levels and saturated soils will increase the likelihood of localized ponding and street flooding. Smaller watercourses can become overwhelmed in heavy downpours. Flooding was reported on Sunday in the following areas of Sangre Grande:
The Met Office notes that gusts in excess of 55 Km/h can be expected near heavy downpours and can displace loose outdoor objects and unsecured roofs. Landslides/landslips are also likely in areas so prone.
Citizens are advised to secure loose items outdoors. Do not wade or drive through flood waters. Monitor weather conditions and updates from official sources. This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates. |
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