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Date: Thursday 14th of July 2016
ISSUED AT: 09:59 AM
INCLEMENT WEATHER FOR THE NEXT 4 TO 6 HOURS
Trinidad and to a lesser extent Tobago have been
experiencing cloudy conditions with periods of
rain and showers some of which have been heavy and
thundery. This rainfall activity is due to the
Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ).
Reinforcing the 6 a.m. forecast, these
conditions are expected to continue for at least
the next 4 to 6 hours. A decrease in frequency and
intensity of rain/showers is expected towards
nightfall.
Localized street or flash flooding is likely in
heavy or prolonged downpours and gusty winds may
be experienced in the vicinity of showers or
thundershowers. There is also the likelihood of
landslides/landslips in elevated areas.
Citizens are advised to be vigilant and cautious
as they conduct their activities and to pay
attention to the media or visit our website at
http://www.metoffice.gov.tt/forecast for daily weather
updates at 6am, 10am, 3pm and 6pm.
We wish to underscore that at this time Trinidad
and Tobago is not under any Tropical Storm threat,
Watch or Warning. The Trinidad and Tobago
Meteorological Service will continue to closely
monitor this weather event and will issue another
bulletin if the situation warrants.
Shakeer Baig
Meteorologist
rollingstock wrote:Central.
rollingstock wrote:Central.
nick639 wrote:^^ remember the night we qualified for germany 2006??? Caroni bank had buss yes, north bound highway had to be dual carriageway
Lets hope it doh reach that bad
ODPM: Caroni river overflows its banks
BY: Alina Doodnath
5:28pm, July 15, 2016
The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Management has issued another Riverine Flood Alert informing that several rivers, including the Caroni River, have burst their banks.
According to a release issued at 4:30 pm Friday, the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service said it is maintaining its alert due to extended heavy rainfall and citizens are likely to experience “more prolonged and widespread flooding” as opposed to street and flash flooding, through the occurrence of riverine flooding.
Current rainfall activity is a result of a passing Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone, stimulated by an active Tropical Wave.
“Reports from the Water Resources Agency indicate that water levels in the larger rivers, in particular the Caroni River have over-spilled their banks.”
“As a result, smaller river courses particularly in North Eastern and Central Trinidad have been affected and have also over-spilled their banks.”
“In addition, further run-off from the current rainfall event is expected which will exacerbate the current flooding situation.”
Affected areas include:
Central Trinidad
Brazil Village
Caparo
Cunupia
El Carmen
Endeavour
Enterprise
Kelly Village
La Horquetta
Las Lomas
Mamoral
Oropune Gardens
Oropune Village
Piarco
San Raphael
Talparo
Tumpuna
Welcome Chin Chin
East Trinidad
Cunaripo
Manzanilla
Sangre Chiquito
Sangre Grande
Arima.
Landslides have also been reported in the Arima area.
The following roads are reported to have been affected by flooding:
•Caroni South Bank Road
•Golden Grove Road (intersection)
•Jerningham Road
•Munroe Road
•Todd’s Station Road
•Tumpuna Road
•Caparo Road
“Persons commuting to and from these areas should delay travel or find alternative routes if possible, while proceeding with extreme caution.”
“The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service has advised that given the additional rainfall predicted for Trinidad and Tobago and the occurrence of the high tide at approximately 12:52 a.m.”
The Met Office says this flooding situation is expected to continue for at least the next 24 to 36 hours.
Citizens have reported that the Las Lomas river has burst its banks while El Carmen is presently underwater and the Madrass road has also flooded.
The ODPM also advised citizens to stay inside after heavy rainfall until water levels have subsided and it is safe to venture outside: "Do not walk/drive through flood waters. Be cautious when walking/driving along hillsides or landslide-prone areas."
The Met Office reiterates that Trinidad and Tobago is NOT currently under any Tropical Storm threat, Watch or Warning.
The TT Meteorological Service is monitoring this weather condition and will advise the ODPM as necessary.
The ODPM reminds all citizens that if they have been affected by this inclement weather, to please contact their Customer Care Centre at 511 and check the website http://www.odpm.gov.tt for additional safety tips and take all measures to preserve life and property.
Citizens may also access the Emergency Hotlines for first responder services and their respective Disaster Management Units on the ODPM’s mobile application “Disaster Ready”.
The Priority Bus Route has also been opened until 12:00 am Saturday to facilitate commuters.
http://www.looptt.com/content/odpm-caro ... -its-banks
pugboy wrote:Tide supposed to be low around now, better hope water gets out fast and no more rain before next high tide
LoopTT wrote:The Met Office says this flooding situation is expected to continue for at least the next 24 to 36 hours
Pablo660 wrote:Good time to own a 4x4 yes
Available for rescues if needed
Ru$$ell or myself, we going tru almost anything
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