Trinidad and Tobago
Disasters
- Caribbean: Drought - 2015-2017
- Caribbean: Drought - Feb 2010
- Influenza A (H1N1) Pandemic - Apr 2009
- Caribbean: Hurricane Emily - Jul 2005
- Hurricane Ivan - Sep 2004
- Caribbean: Tropical Storm Chantal - Aug 2001
- Trinidad and Tobago: Earthquake - Apr 1997
- Trinidad and Tobago: Tropical Storm Bret - Aug 1993
- Caribbean: Tropical Depression Arthur - Jul 1990
Most read reports
- Adverse weather resulted in severe flooding in Trinidad & Tobago - Situation Report No. 1 as of 10:00 am on October 22, 2018
- Trinidad and Tobago – Severe flooding (DG ECHO, Government of Trinidad and Tobago, media) (ECHO Daily Flash of 22 October 2018)
- Public Advisory #11 - NEOC and TEOC continue coordination of rescue operations and relief distribution across Trinidad and Tobago (Sunday 21st October, 2018 11:55 A.M.)
- Trinidad and Tobago Floods: OECS Primes to Share Disaster Mitigation Knowledge
- Public Advisory #7 - The ODPM urges persons to shelter in place - Riverine Flood Alert #2 Red Level
After more than 48hrs of consistent rainfall last week, parts of Trinidad experienced flooding which has been described as catastrophic, forcing the government to declare a national disaster. Reports have estimated that approximately 150,000 people have been affected with numbers expected to increase as detailed assessments are conducted.
Colombia- Deslave- 21/10/18
Las autoridades informaron que seis personas murieron y varias casas quedaron sepultadas debido a un deslizamiento de tierra originado por fuertes lluvias en el municipio santandereano de Barrancabermeja.
La Secretaría de Gobierno de Barrancabermeja no descartó que la cifra de fallecidos pueda aumentar; 50 familias viven en la zona.
Acciones de Respuesta:
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has issued Adverse Weather Alert #4 which downgrades the previous level from Orange to Yellow for Trinidad and Tobago, for today Tuesday 23rd October 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The TTMS has advised that there is localized convective activity with upper level enhancement expected in few areas. As such rainfall is still in the forecast.
OECS Media Release
Monday, October 22, 2018 — Trinidad and Tobago: In the wake of the devastating flooding which has inundated parts of the nation and left thousands stranded, the OECS Commission has expressed its readiness to share its disaster mitigation knowledge with the people and Government of the twin island state.
An Orange level alert is still in effect on 23 October with risks of flash floods and landslides. The Riverine Flood Alert #2 – Red level is still in effect until Friday 26 October.
22 schools are reportedly affected and remain closed. It is estimated that 35 000 households are affected (150 000 people). 800 people have been evacuated and 300 are currently in 10 shelters.
Official Sources:
Hurricane Willa
FLASH FLOODING REPORTED ON THE EAST/WEST CORRIDOR
As a result of heavy rainfall occurring this afternoon, Monday 22nd October, 2018, the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) has received reports of flash flooding along the East/West Corridor in the following areas:
· The Maritime Plaza, Barataria
· The Priority Bus Route in the vicinity of Morvant Junction
· 6th Avenue and 10th Avenue, Barataria
Sunday 21st October, 2018 10:30 P.M.
The Ministry of Rural Development and Local Government (MORDLG) and the Ministry of Social Development and Family Services (MSDFS) will conduct initial damage assessments of all persons affected by the adverse weather. Assessments will be conducted from tomorrow (Monday 22nd October, 2018).
The Situation
Flooding continues to affect Trinidad and Tobago, covering an estimated 80% of the territory. 6 000 people are affected and 13 shelters have been opened. Assessments are still ongoing.
An orange alert is in effect until 23 October for the entire country. A red alert is also in effect for Riverine flooding until Friday 26 October with possible further flash flooding. The Prime Minister has declared a “national disaster” and authorities are responding to the event.
NEOC & TEOC CONTINUE COORDINATION OF RESCUE OPERATIONS AND RELIEF DISTRIBUTION ACROSS TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) and Tobago Emergency Operations Centre (TEOC) are asking persons impacted by flooding to remain patient as we try to respond to high-risk communities, elderly, persons with disabilities, pregnant women and young children.
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has issued a Riverine Flood Alert #2 – Red Level for areas along Trinidad’s main river courses and associated tributaries, for the period Friday 19th October, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. toFriday 26th October, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) is the legal authority to issue riverine alerts. Red level means that there is a high risk and extreme damage or casualties may be unavoidable even in usually safe places.
Riverine Flood Alert #1 – Orange Level
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has issued a Riverine Flood Alert #1 – Orange Level for communities located along Trinidad’s main river courses and associated tributaries, for the period Thursday 18th October, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. to Tuesday 23rd October, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. Orange level means that you should prepare to safeguard yourself and your property.
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