By Sue-Ann Wayow
WITH the excessive rainfall on Wednesday, several rivers in Trinidad and Tobago are almost full to capacity.
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) issued a riverine yellow alert at 5.03 pm on Wednesday.
The alert took effect at the time of issuance and is expected to end at 5 pm on Friday.
Major watercourses of Trinidad, including the North Oropouche, Caroni and South Oropouche are almost filled to capacity. Watercourses in Tobago, including the Crooks and Darrell spring rivers are also affected.
TTMS stated, “After today’s rainfall event, river levels of the major watercourses across Trinidad continue to rise and are currently near 80% capacity. Weather conditions have since settled, however occasional periods of heavy showers are likely.
“This additional rainfall, in combination with spring tides, can keep the river levels elevated, so there remains a moderate risk to public safety, livelihood and property. Smaller water courses over both Trinidad and Tobago are also elevated and can burst their banks with additional rainfall.”
The TTMS is advising the public to continue monitoring weather conditions and river and water levels.
“Monitor updates from official sources and plan safety measures, including emergency supplies of food and water. Do not take unnecessary risks,” TTMS advised.
