Elevated winds continue to affect Trinidad and Tobago, particularly Tobago and northern areas of Trinidad on Tuesday, producing sustained winds between 30 and 40 km/h with higher gusts. The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service has updated the alert, shortening the alert period to end today at 4:00 PM.
On Monday, even before the alert went into effect, damaging wind gusts swept across parts of T&T, producing roof damage in southern Trinidad and sporadic reports of fallen trees across the island.
What you need to know
— What: A surge in winds associated with Tropical Wave 09 is moving across the Windward Islands, including Trinidad and Tobago. Stronger gusts are likely accompanying shower and thunderstorm activity.
— Where: Breezy to windy conditions and gusty winds are likely across the country, with higher chances for impactful gusts across the northern and eastern halves of Trinidad, Tobago, and in elevated areas.
— When: Elevated winds are forecast to continue through this afternoon, with the alert now ending at 4:00 PM Tuesday.
— Impacts: Strong wind gusts can damage roofs, particularly unsecured roofs, cause loose outdoor objects to become airborne, cause tents to jump, and topple large but weaker trees and structures. Seas will become rough in open waters. A Hazardous Seas Alert is in effect.
— What Should You Do: Secure loose outdoor objects and livestock. In the event of showers, do not seek shelter under trees. Marine interests should also secure marine craft and exercise heightened caution during this period.
Latest Alerts
High Wind Alert To End This Afternoon For T&T
Trinidad and Tobago is NOT under any tropical storm or hurricane threat, watch, or warning at this time.
The High Wind Alert
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service has updated the High Wind Alert (Yellow Level) on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, at 9:59 AM. The alert went into effect at 6:00 PM today (Monday) and remains in effect through 4:00 PM Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, for Tobago and to a lesser extent Trinidad
“Gusts ranging from 54-60 km/h were experienced across various parts of Trinidad and Tobago. Breezy to windy conditions are expected to continue over the next several hours. However, stronger gusts are now more likely to favour Tobago. These gusts may be brief but strong enough to displace unsecured roofs, loose outdoor items, and may even topple trees or weak structures. Sea conditions are expected to remain agitated and may continue to disrupt marine activities,.” according to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service.
The alert’s color indicates the severity of the event and the probability of it occurring. Currently, the alert level is Yellow. This means that the hazard has been observed, but the severity of impacts is moderate for this particular alert. You should be aware of the hazards in your area, mainly with gusty winds over 55 KM/H.
These include the toppling of potted plants and light objects outdoors, falling over, or becoming airborne. Larger but weaker trees may fall, causing roof damage or downing power lines and utility poles. Unsecured roofs may be damaged. These strong winds are forecast to agitate seas and reduce visibility in marine areas.
A moderate High Wind Alert can cause injuries, and behavioral changes are required to ensure safety. Property may be damaged, and income-earning activities may be temporarily disrupted. A couple of communities are affected.
The Met Office advises the public to secure loose items outdoors and livestock. Small craft operators should be alert for above-normal or choppy sea conditions in strong winds. The public should monitor weather conditions and updates from official sources.
