A Hurricane Warning (Red Level) remains in effect for Tobago. This is a rare type of warning and alert level, with only 6 red-level alerts issued since 2018.
This warning is due to Hurricane Beryl, which has remained a powerful Category 4 Hurricane with maximum sustained winds near 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 13 hours, as of their 10:55 PM Sunday update.
A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Trinidad.
As of 11:00 PM today, Hurricane Beryl was located near 11.5°N 58.1°W, approximately 264 kilometers east of Tobago, moving westward near 31 KM/H.
What you need to know
— Rainfall: Through Thursday morning, across Trinidad, rainfall accumulations between 15 and 25 millimeters are likely, with totals exceeding 50 millimeters in northeastern Trinidad, 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 13 hours across Tobago. All preparations should be complete. Several hazards are forecast. Tobago can expect a gradual deterioration in conditions, beginning with periods of showers and gusty winds in excess of 70 KM/H after midnight, according to the TTMS.
— Marine: There is a high chance (80%) of hazardous seas with large, battering waves. Mariners should expect wave heights to increase significantly, posing a danger to small craft and coastal and offshore activities. Strong currents and choppy seas will make navigation hazardous.
Latest Alert
Adverse Weather Alert Extended For T&T Until 10 AM Tuesday
The Hurricane Warning
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service, in conjunction with the National Hurricane Center, maintained the Hurricane Warning on Sunday night at 11:00 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 13 hours. As of 11 pm, Hurricane Beryl was located near 11.5°N 58.1°W, approximately 264km east of Tobago, moving west near 31 km/h. Tobago can expect a gradual deterioration in conditions, beginning with periods of showers and gusty winds in excess of 70km/h after midnight. There is a high chance (80%) of hazardous seas with large, battering waves. Mariners should expect wave heights to increase significantly, posing a danger to small craft, coastal and offshore activities. Strong currents and choppy seas will make navigation hazardous. The next update will be at 2 am (Monday 01st July 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 very 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 red. This means that the hazards are very likely, and the severity of impacts is extreme for this particular alert. 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 a red-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.
The Met office is advising the following: 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.
