High Wind Alert Issued For T&T
A High-Wind Alert (Yellow Level) has been issued for Trinidad and Tobago and offshore marine areas, going into effect at 3:55 PM on Thursday.
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) says the alert will remain effective through 2:00 PM Saturday, March 26th, 2022
According to the TTMS, “There is a high (70%) potential for moderate to strong winds with brief wind gusts over 55km/hr. Such wind gusts are capable of displacing unsecured roofs and loose outdoor objects. Windy conditions can also aid in spreading existing bushfires faster along with landscapes. These strong winds can adversely impact marine activity, and visibility may be extremely low during dusk and dawn. Wind waves can occasionally reach above 2.5m in open waters and choppy in sheltered areas.”
The colour of the alert indicates the severity of the event and the probability of the event occurring. Currently, the alert level is at Yellow. This means that the hazard is likely, but the severity of impacts is moderate for this particular alert. You should be aware of the dangers in your area associated with gusty winds over 55 KM/H. These include the toppling of potted plants and light objects outdoors falling over or becoming airborne. More giant but weaker trees may fall, causing roof damage or downing power lines and utility poles. Unsecured roofs may be damaged. Winds may increase the speed of the spread of bushfires. These strong winds are forecast to agitate seas and reduce visibility in marine areas.
There is the potential for possible injuries for a moderate High-Wind Alert behavioural changes are required to ensure safety. There may be minor property damage, with income-earning temporarily disrupted, and a couple of communities are affected.
The Met Office advises the public to secure loose items and livestock, take all necessary precautions, and monitor weather conditions and updates from official sources. In addition, small craft operators should be on the alert for above-average or choppy sea conditions in strong winds, and all beachgoers should follow the instructions of lifeguards. The public should be alert to bushfires.
Tonight’s latest official forecast for Trinidad and Tobago from the TTMS calls for “Generally sunny. Hazy and breezy with brief showery interruptions, favouring Tobago and northern areas of Trinidad. Tonight will be generally fair apart from isolated showers. Winds can become near gusty showers,” and “all sea bathers and other marine interests are advised to exercise caution.”
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