Weather

The Met Department said the tropical wave may bring heavy rain and thunderstorms to Grenada.

The tropical disturbance is expected to reach Barbados first as it enters the Caribbean.

There is a slight chance of development later this weekend and early next week as the tropical disturbance moves ahead.

As stated by NEMA, Hurricane Sophia which is the first predicted hurricane of 2025 hurricane season is expected to strenghthen to Category 5 later today.

The tropical wave is also expected to impact Tobago's northeastern and eastern coastal and offshore areas.

According to the Met Department, a severe heat wave is expected to impact the eastern United States and the Caribbean.

Tropical Storm has formed but poses no threat to the Caribbean or the Americas.

Category 4 Hurricane Erick has ravaged Western Oaxaca with 125 mph Winds Before Weakening.

This major hurricane is the earliest formed category 4 hurricane that will make a landfall in Mexico by today.

The Tropical Storm has been strenghthening rapidly and is expected to become the second hurricane of the 2025 Hurricane season.

The latest forecast by the Caribbean Climate Outlook Forum (CariCOF) points to above-normal temperatures both during the day and night.

Dalila has strengthened into a tropical storm, prompting official warnings along Mexico’s Pacific coast.

This has caused widespread street flooding, flash floods, and rising river levels across the northern, central, and southern parts of the island.

As Chair of the National Emergency Planning Organisation (NEPO), PM Skerrit discussed sector readiness, emergency response coordination, and measures to safeguard lives and property.

According to the latest update from the Met Department, the fourth tropical wave of the season is currently moving across Trinidad and Tobago.

The authorities have stated, however, that the tropical storm does not pose any direct threat to land and will only cause disturbances in nearby areas, including parts of Mexico.

The statement by the head of FEMA, David Richardson is going viral all over the internet as he stated during an interview that he is unaware of the hurricane season.

The heavy Saharan dust has raised concerns among residents, blocking sunlight and triggering respiratory irritation across the region.

Several facilities, including the Eugene F. Correia International Airport on Guyana’s East Coast Demerara, sustained significant damage as powerful winds from the early storm swept through the region.

Prime Minister Drew warned that complacency during hurricane season can lead to devastating consequences.