Met Office Issues Adverse Weather Alert For TWELVE (12) Hours On Saturday
UPDATE (06/09/25 - 10:00 AM): Conditions are currently cloudy but settled overland, however, thunderstorm activity is present and active in the marine offshore Eastern and Southern areas. There remains a high (70%) chance of thunderstorm activity eventually moving inland as the day progresses due to the proximity of the Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and a favorable upper level environment.
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has issued an Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) for twelve (12) hours on Saturday (6th September, 2025). The Alert begins at 5:00 AM and will remain in effect until 5:00 PM for Trinidad and Tobago.
According to the Met Office, there is a high potential for heavy showers and thunderstorms, particularly during the morning and early afternoon. Thunderstorm activity may favour the waters East of Trinidad and Tobago at times, however, extra caution is still advised, as impactful weather can occasionally affect land.
Impacts
- Street and flash flooding potential are elevated due to significant levels of atmospheric moisture.
- Additional rainfall on already saturated soils can also trigger landslides/landslips along hillsides.
- Gusty winds can occur in the vicinity of heavy showers/thunderstorms.
Instructions
- Motorists and residents in areas prone to flooding or landslides should remain alert and exercise caution.
- Be aware of your surroundings and changing weather conditions as you go about your daily activities.
- Take necessary precautions to mitigate potential impacts.
- Monitor official weather updates at www.metoffice.gov.tt.
Please continue to pay attention to the latest forecasts, alerts, and information issued by the TTMS.
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