A Hurricane Warning remains in effect for Tobago ahead of Hurricane Beryl, which has rapidly strengthened into a Category 4 Hurricane. Its maximum sustained winds are 215 KM/H with higher gusts.
According to the TTMS, this upgrade to a Hurricane Warning means there is a higher potential for hurricane conditions, including sustained winds in excess of 118 KM/H, within the warning area, within the next 18 hours.
A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for Trinidad.
As Beryl approaches the southern Windwards on Monday, there is a high (80%) of hurricane-force winds impacting Tobago from early Monday morning. Tobago can expect a gradual deterioration in conditions beginning with periods of showers and gusty winds in excess of 65 KM/H beginning from early evening today. Sea conditions are also expected to deteriorate with large battering waves affecting all coastlines of the island beginning by late afternoon today.
As of 2:00 PM, Hurricane Beryl was located near 10.9°N 55.6°W, approximately 542 kilometers east-southeast of Tobago, moving westward near 33 KM/H.
What you need to know
— Rainfall: Through Thursday morning, across Trinidad, rainfall accumulations between 25 and 50 millimeters are likely, while across Tobago, accumulations between 25 and 75 millimeters are likely, with isolated totals favoring the northern half of Trinidad and Tobago exceeding 150 millimeters, particularly where feeder band activity develops
— Hazards: Hurricane conditions with sustained winds of 74 MPH or 119 KM/H greater are expected within 18 hours across Tobago. All preparations should be complete. Several hazards are forecast. In heavy showers/thunderstorms across both islands, there is the risk of sustained and gusty winds exceeding 65 KM/H from this evening, with winds across Tobago (both gusts and sustained winds) likely to exceed 118 KM/H. Locally intense rainfall is likely to produce street/flash flooding with frequent lightning in intense thunderstorm activity. Landslides are possible in elevated areas, particularly in northern Trinidad and across Tobago.
— Marine: Hazardous conditions are possible Sunday through Tuesday in the Gulf of Paria. From 6:00 PM this evening, northern and eastern open waters are forecast to see rough seas through Tuesday morning, with waves as high as 5.0 meters, mainly in open waters north of Trinidad and Tobago.
Latest Alert
Adverse Weather Alert Discontinued for T&T
Trinidad and Tobago is NOT under any tropical storm or hurricane threat, watch, or warning at this time.
The Hurricane Warning
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service, in conjunction with the National Hurricane Center, maintained the Hurricane Warning on Sunday afternoon at 2:43 PM. According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service, this Warning will remain in effect until 12:00 PM (noon) on Monday, July 1st, 2024.
“A Hurricane Warning is in effect for Tobago. This means there is a higher potential for hurricane conditions, including sustained winds in excess of 118 km/h, within the warning area, in this case within the next 18 hours. As of 2 pm today, Hurricane Beryl was located near 10.9°N 55.6°W, approximately 542km east-southeast of Tobago, moving westward near 33 km/h. Tobago can expect a gradual deterioration in conditions beginning with periods of showers and gusty winds in excess of 65km/h beginning from early evening today. Sea conditions are also expected to deteriorate with large battering waves affecting all coastlines of the island beginning by late afternoon today. As Beryl approaches the southern Windwards, there is a high chance (80%) of hurricane-force winds impacting Tobago from early morning Monday 01st July. The next update will be at 5 pm today (Sunday 30th June 2024) or earlier if necessary.” according to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service. This “warning” status takes into account the possibility of the event occurring. This weather event is likely.
Why am I under a Hurricane Watch or Warning?
A Hurricane Warning is an announcement that sustained winds greater than 74 MPH or 119 KM/H are expected somewhere within the specified area within 36 hours in association with a tropical, subtropical, or post-tropical cyclone.
A Hurricane Watch is an announcement that sustained winds of greater than 74 MPH or 119 KM/H are possible within the specified area within 48 hours in association with a tropical, subtropical, or post-tropical cyclone.
This specific watch or warning is based on the potential for experiencing hurricane-force winds alone, not the other hazards associated with a hurricane (hazardous seas, torrential rainfall, etc.). This means if the system tracks close to your country, but the strongest winds remain offshore or north/east of your location, you may not be placed under a Hurricane watch or warning, but you may have other advisories in effect.
The color of the warning indicates the severity of the event and the probability of the event occurring. Currently, the warning level is orange. This means that the hazards are likely, but the severity of impacts is extreme for this particular warning. You should be prepared for the hazards in your area associated mainly with strong, damaging winds and gusts, street and flash flooding, landslides, as well as frequent lightning. Seas will also become hazardous, and mariners should prepare for large waves in nearshore areas, particularly Atlantic-facing coastlines, as well as life-threatening storm surge.
For an orange-level Hurricane Warning, there is a very high risk to public safety, livelihoods, and property. Dangerous conditions are imminent. There is a very high potential for multiple lives to be lost and major damage to property and infrastructure. Serious injuries or casualties are possible if you do not prepare.
A extreme Hurricane Warning means that the event may result in the loss of multiple lives, with widespread catastrophic loss for exposed population, income earning is likely to become impossible for weeks, with island-wide devastation possible.
Take immediate action to protect their lives, livelihoods, and property. Preparations need to be rushed to completion in Tobago. Take immediate action to protect their lives, livelihoods, and property. Shelter in place or evacuate to a safe location if your home is unsafe or vulnerable to flooding or wind damage. Secure food, water, and medicine for at least 7 days in waterproof containers. Outdoor drains should be clear, and loose objects should be secured by now. Sandbags should be near all entrances to your home. Monitor official news sources. Do not wade or drive through flood waters. Preposition sandbags if your area floods and monitor river levels.
