September 22, 2022

T&T Met Service issues Yellow Level Riverine Flood Alert

By Shirvan Williams

The T&T Met Service has issued a Riverine Flood Alert #1 – Yellow Level. According to the TTMS, the South Oropouche River has breached its banks in some parts with water spilling into some communities in South Trinidad.

There are also reports of some smaller water courses being filled, with flooding in low-lying areas. Other major rivers are contained at this time and are being closely monitored.

The Service has advised that citizens monitor weather conditions and river levels before venturing out and avoid areas with flood waters.

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