As a result of an isolated Thunderstorm associated with the passage of a Tropical Wave, seven (7) homes lost their roofs in Las Lomas due to gusty winds on Wednesday morning (8th September 2021). The isolated Thunderstorm moved Westward across Central and Northern Trinidad this morning, producing frequent lightning and ominous skies. A wind gust of 61 Km/h was reported at the Piarco International Airport at 8am, with visibility reduced to 1 Km.

According to Councillor for Las Lomas/San Raphael, Balmati Gosyne, heavy rainfall soaked furniture and appliances across these seven (7) homes. The Disaster Management Unit of the Couva/Tabaquite/Talparo Regional Corporation is conducting assessments and will also be appealing to the National Commission for Self Help and The Ministry of Social Development to provide relief to affected residents in the quickest possible timeframe.

A Tropical Wave also negatively impacted several areas of the country last week, with winds as high as 95 Km/h. The Couva/Tabaquite/Talparo area, which was mostly affected, recorded nearly 200 reports of adverse weather from citizens. There were 147 reports of roof damage, thirty-two (32) for fallen trees and at least ten (10) for fallen utility poles during that weather event.

[Source: T&T Guardian]

The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has extended its Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) for a second time today - this time by a further twenty-six (26) hours. The Alert was supposed to expire at 6pm tonight (Friday 3rd September 2021), but will now remain in effect until 8pm on Saturday (4th September 2021).

According to the Met Office, there are ongoing heavy showers and Thunderstorm activity affecting mainly parts of Trinidad and offshore marine areas of Tobago. This activity is expected to continue during the afternoon on Friday, affecting both islands. While some dampening of the activity is expected during the earlier part of the night, enhanced activity is again expected towards Midnight.

Street/Flash Flooding, localized ponding, landslides/landslips and gusty winds in excess of 55 Km/hr are still likely in areas of heavy showers or Thunderstorms, with isolated downdrafts in excess of 65 Km/hr.

Citizens are advised to assess their environment before venturing out. Secure loose items and livestock. Monitor weather conditions and updates from official sources.

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The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has extended its initial Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) by four (4) hours. The Alert was supposed to expire at 2pm today (Friday 3rd September 2021), but will now remain in effect until 6pm.

Areas across Trinidad and Tobago saw wind gusts as high as 95 Km/h overnight, with several areas recording wind gusts between 50 - 85 Km/h. Several areas across T&T suffered wind damage and power outages.

According to the Met Office, there continues to be a high potential for moderate to heavy showers and isolated Thunderstorms to affect Trinidad and Tobago especially offshore areas, as another area of disturbed weather approaches the islands. While there is a current lull in activity, an increase in activity is again expected by late morning. Street/Flash Flooding, localized ponding, landslides/landslips and gusty winds in excess of 55 Km/hr are still likely in areas of heavy showers or Thunderstorms.

Citizens are advised to monitor weather conditions and updates from official sources.

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UPDATE (11am): The Met Office has extended the Adverse Weather Alert until 6pm today. There continues to be a high potential for moderate to heavy showers and isolated Thunderstorms.

The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has issued an Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) which started at 12am on Friday morning (3rd September 2021) and remains in effect until 2pm.

According to the Met Office, there is a high potential for moderate to heavy showers and isolated Thunderstorms to affect both Trinidad and Tobago and offshore areas from just after Midnight on Friday. Activity is expected to initially affect Tobago and gradually spread across Trinidad. While Tobago may begin to experience some showers before Midnight, more impactful activity is expected as the night progresses. Street/Flash Flooding, localized ponding, landslides/landslips and gusty winds in excess of 55 Km/hr are likely in areas of heavy showers or Thunderstorms.

Areas across Trinidad and Tobago saw wind gusts as high as 95 Km/h overnight, with several areas recording wind gusts between 50 - 85 Km/h. Several areas across T&T suffered wind damage and power outages.

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The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has issued an Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) for sixteen (16) hours on Sunday (29th August 2021), beginning from 2am and ending at 6pm.

According to the Met Office, there is a high chance (70%) that Thunderstorm activity and heavy showers are expected from the early morning hours of Sunday, to affect various parts of Trinidad and to a lesser extent, Tobago, as well as surrounding marine areas. Cloudy conditions, scattered showers and periods of rain are expected to persist during the morning and into the early afternoon.

Street flooding, localized flooding, landslips, gusty winds in excess of 45 Km/hr and choppy seas are likely in areas under heavy showers or Thunderstorms.

Citizens are advised to monitor weather conditions.

Pictured Above: Flooding along Constantine Road in St. Helena around 8:15am on Thursday (19th August 2021). Credit: Diane Bharosa.

The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has extended its Riverine Flood Alert by forty-eight (48) hours. It now remains in effect until 6pm on Saturday (21st August 2021). The Alert was upgraded from Yellow Level to Orange Level on Wednesday (18th August 2021). The Alert applies to areas along waterways and low lying areas in Trinidad.

Riverine flooding is ongoing at this time across the Caroni and South Oropuche river basins, including areas such as St. Helena, Penal and Debe.

According to the Met Office, river levels continue to be critical, particularly along the Caroni River with lower banks already at spilling level. Additionally, there have been multiple reports of smaller water courses being filled, with flooding in low lying areas. Other major rivers are contained at this time and are being closely monitored.

Citizens are advised to monitor weather conditions and river levels before venturing out. Avoid areas with flood waters. Monitor updates from official sources and plan safety measures, including emergency supplies of food and water. Follow the instructions of Government Officials.

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