Inclement Weather Causes Flash Floods in Northern Areas; Rains to Continue Over Weekend
Category: Criminal Activity
Severity: 2 (Low)
Source: Drum Cussac
10/19/2018 (Trinidad and Tobago) - Ongoing inclement weather caused flash flooding in multiple areas of Trinidad on Thursday, 18 October. Heavy rains caused rivers to burst their banks, flooding roads and homes, with the mountainous northern areas worst affected. Authorities have advised residents to take note of their local disaster management hotline, with the heavy rains set to continue over the weekend.
Members in flood-affected areas are advised to familiarise themselves with emergency protocols and remain alert to any emergency directives issued by local authorities. Travellers should monitor local media sources for further weather-related updates and review contingency measures to minimise impact on business continuity. Those intending to conduct overland travel in the coming days are advised to anticipate possible road blockages and closures and should plan alternative routes where possible. Drivers should exercise a heightened degree of caution in flood-affected areas due to likely hazardous conditions caused by flooding and debris and heed any directives issued by local authorities.
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