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• From: "Michelle Rudder" <themiche at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Sun, 26 Feb 2006 13:06:23 -0400

• From: "Michelle Rudder" <themiche at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2006 20:03:42 -0400

• From: "Carol Mc Millan" <carolstar100 at hotmail.com>
• Date: Mon, 17 Oct 2005 23:41:21 +0000

• From: "adesh nanan" <adeshcnanan at hotmail.com>
• Date: Thu, 06 Oct 2005 11:50:33 +0000

Hi Gert,

Dr Adesh Nanan

_________________________________________________________________

• From: "adesh nanan" <adeshcnanan at hotmail.com>
• Date: Wed, 28 Sep 2005 15:12:35 +0000

Hi Gert,

Dr Adesh Nanan

_________________________________________________________________

• From: "adesh nanan" <adeshcnanan at hotmail.com>
• Date: Fri, 23 Sep 2005 03:08:20 +0000

Hi Gert,

I hope I am wrong.

Dr Adesh Nanan

_________________________________________________________________

• From: "King's Hardware Ltd." <kings at wow.net>
• Date: Tue, 20 Sep 2005 13:56:45 -0400

• From: "Robert & Colleen Krucia" <rnckrucia at wow.net>
• Date: Tue, 20 Sep 2005 08:31:20 -0400

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• From: "adesh nanan" <adeshcnanan at hotmail.com>
• Date: Sat, 17 Sep 2005 11:23:31 +0000

Hi Gert

This looks serious!

The islands should be prepared for heavy rainfall.

We are not prepared,
I hope it moves rapidly and more north

Dr Adesh Nanan

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• From: adesh nanan <tabaquite_office at yahoo.com>
• Date: Sun, 31 Jul 2005 06:17:17 -0700 (PDT)

• From: adesh nanan <tabaquite_office at yahoo.com>
• Date: Sat, 30 Jul 2005 17:34:23 -0700 (PDT)

• From: "Robert & Colleen Krucia" <rnckrucia at wow.net>
• Date: Wed, 27 Jul 2005 09:14:29 -0400

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• From: "adesh nanan" <adeshcnanan at hotmail.com>
• Date: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 16:01:08 +0000

Hi Gert,

Dr Adesh Nanan

_________________________________________________________________

• From: "adesh nanan" <adeshcnanan at hotmail.com>
• Date: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 16:01:05 +0000

Hi Gert,

Dr Adesh Nanan

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• From: "King's Hardware Ltd." <kings at wow.net>
• Date: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 10:23:03 -0400

• From: "i9y4ibn" <i9y4ibn at carib-link.net>
• Date: Sun, 17 Jul 2005 16:22:28 -0400

----- Original Message -----
From: CDERA Information Unit <webmaster at cdera.org>
To: <z4fw at yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 14, 2005 7:16 PM
Subject: CDERA to visit Grenada for first hand assessment


> SITUATION REPORT #2
> ===================
> ISSUED BY:    THE CARIBBEAN DISASTER EMERGENCY RESPONSE AGENCY (CDERA)
> DATE & TIME:  July 14, 2005 -- 5:00 pm
>
>
> THE EVENT
> At 5 pm Eastern Caribbean Time, the center of Hurricane Emily was located
near latitude 13.3 north, longitude 65.9 west or about 800mls ESE of
Kingston, Jamaica. Emily is now a Category 3 Hurricane on the Saffir Simpson
Scale. The Government of Jamaica has issued a Hurricane Watch for the
island.
>
> THE PROGNOSIS
> The all clear has now been issued for Grenada and its Dependencies and
Trinidad & Tobago. Emily is fast approaching Jamaica and is expected to pass
very close to the couth coast by the afternoon of Saturday, July 20, 2005.
Participating States in the Northwestern Caribbean need to monitor the
progress of Emily very closely and complete their preparedness activities.
>
> THE SITUATION
>
> Grenada
> The Grenada National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) has provided the
following update.
> The overall picture has not changed significantly from that reported
earlier. The Northeast of the island, Carriacou and Petit Martinique were
the hardest hit by Hurricane Emily. The Prime Minister conducted an aerial
reconnaissance of the country this morning with the assistance of the
Trinidad & Tobago Defence Force.
> The National Emergency Advisory Council is meeting this afternoon and will
provide an updated report immediately after.
>
> St. Vincent and the Grenadines
> The National Disaster Coordinator has advised that following their more
detailed assessments today it is apparent that the country fared well
relative to the impact on Hurricane Ivan.
> 52 Houses are reported damaged with 25 that lost their complete roof, 27
with significant damage.
> The level of damage is within the capabilities of the island and therefore
no support is being requested at this time.
>
> Saint Lucia
> The Damage and Needs Assessment Committee in Saint Lucia through the
National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) has advised that they have
conducted their initial assessment of the impacted areas of the island. No
damages were observed to structures, some debris deposited on beaches and
the river in Anse La Raye is in spate but not causing any flooding.
>
> Trinidad & Tobago
> The Office of Disaster Preparedness & Management with the support of the
Trinidad & Tobago Defence Force conducted an aerial reconnaissance of the
country this morning. This was followed by ground assessments in some areas
conducted by the Municipalities.
> Diego Martin Regional Cooperation - the Diego Martin River was elevated
but has since receded. Roads in some areas are blocked by debris and
landslides but are being cleared by the Ministry of Works.
> Port of Spain City Council - Flooding in some areas reported. Residents in
need of assistance to clear and clean houses affected by mud.
> San Juan/Laventille - Many roads blocked by flooding and debris. Ministry
of Works clearing to allow traffic to flow. Severe flooding reported in near
Hololo Bridge and at Bourg Mulatresse. Water now receding. Landslides
reported in Santa Cruz area are being cleared.
> The Aranguez Bridge is impassable as the protective gabion baskets have
been washed away. No entry to area is being allowed.
> Retaining wall along San Juan River near MTS Plaza collapsed. Repairs to
be made next week.
> 6 houses in Mt. Lambert flooded.
> Tunapuna/Piarco - Road by the Trincity Mall flooded and water rising. Most
rivers in the area are reported in spate and rising.
> Chaguanas - Flood waters affected most areas but now receding. 30 persons
in the Pierre Road, Charlieville area have been relocated due to flooding.
Relief supplies being dispatched to the affected persons.
> Couva/Tabaquitte/Talparo - The Mamoral and Caparo rivers are reportedly in
spate and have flooded the Carr Road area. The Ministry of Works will verify
as conditions permit. The Caparo Village is completely cut off and
residents are marooned.
> Arima- Many areas affected by flood waters. 12 Houses flooded near Manuel
Congo Road. River banks in some areas unstable.
> Sangre Grande - No electricity in Matelot due to fallen poles.
> Tobago House of Assembly - 9 roofs blown off. It was also reported that
40% of the island is without electricity from St. George to Charlotteville.
3 house damaged in Mt. St. George.
> Many areas are threatened by flooding form rising river waters.
> Trinidad & Tobago Electricity Corporation reported that 11,000 customers
lost supply. 8200 have now been restored. Full restoration is expected by
midday Friday.
>
> Regional
>
> The Regional Response Mechanism (RRM) has been activated at Level 2. The
RRM is an agreement among CARICOM member states as well as international and
regional non-governmental organisations and relief agencies to provide
assistance to impacted states.
> The International Federation of the Red Cross Societies (IFRCS) has
announced that it will be launching an appeal July 15, 2005 to raise much
needed funds to support countries affected by Hurricanes Dennis and Emily.
> UNICEF has advised the Eastern Caribbean Donor Group (ECDG) and CDERA CU
of its list of emergency response items that could be made available to
support any first response operations.
> The Pan American Health organization (PAHO) is collaborating with local
counterparts to conduct assessments of the health facilities. PAHO/CPC
Barbados will deploy personnel to Grenada July 15, 2005.
> The OECS Secretariat has advised that its on standby to assist as
necessary.
>
> CDERA CU ACTIONS IN SUPPORT OF GRENADA:
> 1. The Preparedness & Response Manager will be deployed to Grenada on July
15, 2005 to meet with local Officials.
> 2. Information is being collated and SITREPS being prepared for
dissemination
>
> The CDERA CU continues to issue SITREPs on Hurricane Emily which may be vi
ewed at www.cdera.org.
> Contact Details: The CDERA CU 24hr contact number is 246 425 0386
>
>
>
>
>



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• From: "Robert & Colleen Krucia" <rnckrucia at wow.net>
• Date: Sat, 16 Jul 2005 07:42:56 -0400

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• From: "Robert & Colleen Krucia" <rnckrucia at wow.net>
• Date: Fri, 15 Jul 2005 20:08:10 -0400

Here's a shot of that rogue. Maybe something ...maybe nothing. I still don't like it. It's roughly East of French Guiana moving WNW and being pushed by high pressure (?) from behind.

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• From: "Paul London" <peajay at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Fri, 15 Jul 2005 07:59:21 -0400

• From: CDERA Information Unit <webmaster at cdera.org>
• Date: 14 Jul 2005 23:15:04 -0000

SITUATION REPORT #2
===================
ISSUED BY:    THE CARIBBEAN DISASTER EMERGENCY RESPONSE AGENCY (CDERA)
DATE & TIME:  July 14, 2005 -- 5:00 pm


THE EVENT
At 5 pm Eastern Caribbean Time, the center of Hurricane Emily was located near 
latitude 13.3 north, longitude 65.9 west or about 800mls ESE of Kingston, 
Jamaica. Emily is now a Category 3 Hurricane on the Saffir Simpson Scale. The 
Government of Jamaica has issued a Hurricane Watch for the island.

THE PROGNOSIS
The all clear has now been issued for Grenada and its Dependencies and Trinidad 
& Tobago. Emily is fast approaching Jamaica and is expected to pass very close 
to the couth coast by the afternoon of Saturday, July 20, 2005. Participating 
States in the Northwestern Caribbean need to monitor the progress of Emily very 
closely and complete their preparedness activities.

THE SITUATION

Grenada
The Grenada National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) has provided the 
following update.
The overall picture has not changed significantly from that reported earlier. 
The Northeast of the island, Carriacou and Petit Martinique were the hardest 
hit by Hurricane Emily. The Prime Minister conducted an aerial reconnaissance 
of the country this morning with the assistance of the Trinidad & Tobago 
Defence Force.
The National Emergency Advisory Council is meeting this afternoon and will 
provide an updated report immediately after.

St. Vincent and the Grenadines
The National Disaster Coordinator has advised that following their more 
detailed assessments today it is apparent that the country fared well relative 
to the impact on Hurricane Ivan. 
52 Houses are reported damaged with 25 that lost their complete roof, 27 with 
significant damage.
The level of damage is within the capabilities of the island and therefore no 
support is being requested at this time.

Saint Lucia
The Damage and Needs Assessment Committee in Saint Lucia through the National 
Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) has advised that they have conducted 
their initial assessment of the impacted areas of the island. No damages were 
observed to structures, some debris deposited on beaches and the river in Anse 
La Raye is in spate but not causing any flooding.

Trinidad & Tobago
The Office of Disaster Preparedness & Management with the support of the 
Trinidad & Tobago Defence Force conducted an aerial reconnaissance of the 
country this morning. This was followed by ground assessments in some areas 
conducted by the Municipalities.
Diego Martin Regional Cooperation ? the Diego Martin River was elevated but has 
since receded. Roads in some areas are blocked by debris and landslides but are 
being cleared by the Ministry of Works. 
Port of Spain City Council ? Flooding in some areas reported. Residents in need 
of assistance to clear and clean houses affected by mud.
San Juan/Laventille ? Many roads blocked by flooding and debris. Ministry of 
Works clearing to allow traffic to flow. Severe flooding reported in near 
Hololo Bridge and at Bourg Mulatresse. Water now receding. Landslides reported 
in Santa Cruz area are being cleared.
The Aranguez Bridge is impassable as the protective gabion baskets have been 
washed away. No entry to area is being allowed.
Retaining wall along San Juan River near MTS Plaza collapsed. Repairs to be 
made next week.
6 houses in Mt. Lambert flooded.
Tunapuna/Piarco ? Road by the Trincity Mall flooded and water rising. Most 
rivers in the area are reported in spate and rising.
Chaguanas ? Flood waters affected most areas but now receding. 30 persons in 
the Pierre Road, Charlieville area have been relocated due to flooding. Relief 
supplies being dispatched to the affected persons.
Couva/Tabaquitte/Talparo ? The Mamoral and Caparo rivers are reportedly in 
spate and have flooded the Carr Road area. The Ministry of Works will verify as 
conditions permit. The Caparo Village is completely cut off and  residents are 
marooned.
Arima- Many areas affected by flood waters. 12 Houses flooded near Manuel Congo 
Road. River banks in some areas unstable.
Sangre Grande ? No electricity in Matelot due to fallen poles.
Tobago House of Assembly ? 9 roofs blown off. It was also reported that 40% of 
the island is without electricity from St. George to Charlotteville. 3 house 
damaged in Mt. St. George.
Many areas are threatened by flooding form rising river waters.
Trinidad & Tobago Electricity Corporation reported that 11,000 customers lost 
supply. 8200 have now been restored. Full restoration is expected by midday 
Friday.

Regional

The Regional Response Mechanism (RRM) has been activated at Level 2. The RRM is 
an agreement among CARICOM member states as well as international and regional 
non-governmental organisations and relief agencies to provide assistance to 
impacted states.
The International Federation of the Red Cross Societies (IFRCS) has announced 
that it will be launching an appeal July 15, 2005 to raise much needed funds to 
support countries affected by Hurricanes Dennis and Emily. 
UNICEF has advised the Eastern Caribbean Donor Group (ECDG) and CDERA CU of its 
list of emergency response items that could be made available to support any 
first response operations.
The Pan American Health organization (PAHO) is collaborating with local 
counterparts to conduct assessments of the health facilities. PAHO/CPC Barbados 
will deploy personnel to Grenada July 15, 2005. 
The OECS Secretariat has advised that its on standby to assist as necessary.

CDERA CU ACTIONS IN SUPPORT OF GRENADA:
1.      The Preparedness & Response Manager will be deployed to Grenada on July 
15, 2005 to meet with local Officials.
2.      Information is being collated and SITREPS being prepared for 
dissemination

The CDERA CU continues to issue SITREPs on Hurricane Emily which may be viewed 
at www.cdera.org. 
Contact Details: The CDERA CU 24hr contact number is 246 425 0386

• From: CDERA Information Unit <webmaster at cdera.org>
• Date: 14 Jul 2005 16:26:00 -0000

ISSUED BY: THE CARIBBEAN DISASTER EMERGENCY RESPONSE AGENCY (CDERA)
DATE & TIME: July 14, 2005 12:00 noon

THE EVENT:
Tropical Depression #5 formed Sunday night July 10, 2005 and advisories were 
initiated by the National Hurricane Centre at 11 pm.  At 5 am on July 11, 2005 
the tropical depression was upgraded to Tropical Storm Emily which slowly 
strengthened to become a strong tropical storm as it approached the Windward 
Islands on the afternoon of Wednesday July 13, 2005. Around 8:45 pm July 13, 
2005 data from an United States reconnaissance aircraft taking measurements in 
the tropical storm found that Emily had become a very strong Category One 
Hurricane with sustained winds of 90 miles per hour. Another measurement at 
8:15 am July 14, 200 found an 11 millibar drop in pressure this morning, 
indicating that further strengthening is underway, however, the plane did not 
report increased wind speeds.
The forecast track from initialization by tracking models on July 10, 2005 was 
for a gradual turn toward the west-northwest. Despite 11 advisories in the 
first three days to this effect, Emily stubbornly refused to turn but late 
Wednesday night July 13, 2005, a gradual turn started and has continued. The 
track brought the centre of Emily, then a Tropical Storm, about 125 miles south 
of Barbados, 90 miles northeast of Trinidad before passing over Grenada between 
1 am and 2 am Thursday July 14, 2005 as a Category One Hurricane.
The forecast track at 11:00 am Thursday July 14, 2005 is for Emily to pass 
south of Jamaica as a Category Three hurricane Saturday morning.
Emily impacted Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, St Vincent and the Grenadines, 
and Grenada.


THE IMPACT (BY COUNTRY):

Barbados
No official information available


Tobago
1.      About 40 per cent of population lost electricity;
2.      One northern town is without communication and cut off;
3.      Two homes reported damaged or destroyed;
4.      Another 16 homes sustained roof damage;
5.      Seven roads reported blocked by fallen trees or debris;
6.      Landslides reported in Lanse Fourmi. There is still heavy wind and rain 
in the area. 9:00 am;
7.      One family was evacuated;
8.      The hotels are all in good shape and open for business;
9.      Martinair, Excel, and British Airways flights are operating according 
to schedule today.

St Vincent and the Grenadines
1.      Small number of  homes sustained roof damage;
2.      Shelters were opened and being utilized.

Grenada
1.      State of emergency remains in effect with a curfew from 7 pm to 6 am. 
Police are on patrol;
2.      Eighty buildings were identified as emergency shelters of which 45 were 
used to house 1,650 persons;
3.      Communication remained intact with the Emergency Operations Centre 
(EOC) and all of its District Coordinators;
4.      Communication was also maintained and flowed well between the EOC and 
the media and then to the public;
5.      Hardest hit areas were in the parish of St Andrew?s where houses in the 
villages of Seamoon, Pearls, Paradise, Marqui and Telescope were among those 
losing roofs;
6.      A large number of houses in the northern parish of St. Patrick?s were 
also damaged.
7.      Many homes were destroyed in Petit Martinique and Carriacou;
8.      The hospital in Carriacou lost part of its roof and patients were taken 
into another section of the building;
9.      The roof of the operating theatre of the main hospital in Grenada 
suffered water damage but was remained intact;
10.     Part of the roof of the Police station in Petit Martinique was blown 
off;
11.     Two Homes for the elderly, the Caudrona  and the Hillarion lost their 
roofs;
12.     The roof of the Sauteurs police station was blown away;
13.     The eastern town of Grenville and parts of the outskirts of St.George 
are flooded;
14.     Teams from the districts are being dispatched into the communities to 
carry out rapid assessment of the damage;
15.     The Grenada Coast Guard has been put on standby to take damage 
assessment teams to Carriacou and Petit Martinique;
16.     The works ministry has quickly mobilized crews to be dispatched to 
affected areas to commence recovery efforts;
17.     Relief distribution has started to key areas;
18.     The Prime Minister is expected to address the nation later today;


THE RESPONSE (LOCAL, REGIONAL, INTERNATIONAL):

Based on the information in Grenada and discussions with the National Disaster 
Coordinator the Regional Response Mechanism is at a Level Two Response.

Level Two means that Grenada can largely handle the damage on its own but may 
require some external assistance.

The Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force is conducting a surveillance flight with 
Grenadian emergency personnel and the Prime Minister of Grenada, Dr Keith 
Mitchell.

The Eastern Caribbean Donor Group (ECDG) met at United Nations House in 
Barbados at 10 am July 14, 2005 and was informed that Grenada has declared a 
Level Two Disaster which means they can cope largely using their own resources 
but would require some external assistance.

As a result there will be no need for the Rapid Needs Assessment Team.

Pan American Health Organisation advised that a team of medical persons would 
be accompanying the Trinidad and Tobago Reconnaissance Flight to assess the 
damage to the Carricaou Hospital.

Members at the ECDG indicated they were presently conducting their own 
assessments in the affected states where they had representative. This 
information be shared with the respective EOCs and with CDERA. Indications of 
immediate support available from these Agencies would also be communicated.

These SITREPS will be shared with CDERA and a further update will be issued to 
the public as information becomes available. 

Information is also available at the Agency?s Website- http://www.cdera.org. 

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• Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2005 08:48:46 -0400

• From: "Robert & Colleen Krucia" <rnckrucia at wow.net>
• Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2005 08:23:37 -0400

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• From: "Keith Joseph" <kehajo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2005 07:22:05 -0400

East Trinidad 0720 LST or 1120 GMT

Rain is only falling lightly now.  Still overcast middle clouds and
scattered low stratus fractus clouds.  The wind is now very reduced to 3 to
5 km per hr.

There have been reports coming in on the radio of flooding in City Gate area
of Port-of-Spain, in the Santa Cruz area and parts of Central Trinidad.
There have been some occasional reports of fallen trees.  The Meteorological
Office at Piarco have stated that the heavy rain and resulting damage have
been caused by feeder bands emerging out of the hurricane itself.
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• Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2005 07:08:48 -0400

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• From: "Keith Joseph" <kehajo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2005 06:07:54 -0400

East Trinidad  0605 LST OR 1004 GMT

Heavy continuous rain pounding Trinidad for the last two hours.  Overcast
low and middle clouds.  Winds 15 to 20 knots.
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• Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2005 02:02:25 -0400

• From: Anne Claude Geoffrion <annecg at videotron.ca>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 23:23:08 -0400

Good evening Gert,
I am in Canada but just spoke to my sisters-in-law both in Speyside and in
Les Coteaux at around 22:15. Power and phones were still on. The winds are
coming from the West and Les Coteaux and the Plymouth side of Tobago seem to
be getting more wind than Speyside and the windward side.

They are experiencing gusts of 45 to 60 miles an hour but so far minimal
damage has been done, at least in Les Coteaux and Speyside. The rainfall
fluctuates but is mostly on now and has been heavy at times. This is the
main concern in Speyside where they had landslides last week because of
rain.

If it doesn't get any worse, Tobago should be OK. Many people are of course
concerned as they remember Flora's visit in 1963 which devastated the
Island. I was told many times how the eye of the hurricane passed over
Tobago and people spent months in tents before rebuilding.

I hope this information is of some interest and help, please post it if you
think it relevant. 

Thank you,
Anne Trim

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• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 22:55:15 -0400

• From: EW <wallace.ean at gmail.com>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 22:53:50 -0400

Hello

TS Emily is now classed as Hurricane Emily. 

Here in Tacarigua, on the southern side of the Northern Range, the
foothills seem to be sheltering us from the gusty winds. Earlier there
were bouts of heavy showers with thunder heard in intervals of
approximately 15 minutes. This has now given way to a continuous
moderate rain.


TV and radio still up. Gayelle TV seems to be doing an allnighter!

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• Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2005 00:53:40 -0400

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• Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2005 00:52:45 -0400

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• From: "Keith Joseph" <kehajo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2005 00:10:36 -0400

East Trinidad 0015 LST or 0415 GMT

Rain moderate continuous for the last thirty minutes.  Overcast cloud cover
with scraggly low clouds. Also a blanket of medium level altostratus
covering the sky.  No thunder heard, no lightning seen.  Winds have pick up
a bit, now about 8 to 10 miles per hour.
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• From: "Derry" <leeloo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 23:20:36 -0400

• From: "Keith Joseph" <kehajo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 22:53:37 -0400

East Trinidad 2250 LST or 0250 GMT
Overcast low clouds, moderate rain.  No thunder heard or lightning seen.
Winds 5 Knots

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• From: "Janice Camps" <jgcamps52 at msn.com>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 20:09:45 -0400

• From: "Keith Joseph" <kehajo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 21:49:13 -0400

East Trinidad 2200 LST or 0200 GMT

Rain has subsided significantly to a light dribble.  No thunder heard.  Wind
even lighter now maybe 3 to 5 knots.  Still overcast.
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• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 21:33:34 -0400

• From: "Keith Joseph" <kehajo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 21:31:59 -0400

2145LST or 0145 GMT

Rain is now heavy.  However the thunder frequency has reduced and still no
sign of lightning.  The wind is still light maybe 7 knots.
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• From: "Keith Joseph" <kehajo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 21:25:52 -0400

2137 LST or 0137 GMT
East Trinidad

Rain has picked up significantly.  Now moderate to heavy showers from low
clouds shrouding the sky.  Thunder booming much more frequently and somewhat
louder.  No sign of lightning close by.
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• From: "Robert & Colleen Krucia" <rnckrucia at wow.net>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 21:21:52 -0400

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• From: "Keith Joseph" <kehajo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 21:20:02 -0400

2130 LST or 0130 GMT

East Trinidad
Light rain from overcast conditions with heavy low clouds and a layer of
middle altostratus clouds.  Constant thunder booming in the distance, maybe
10 kilometres away.  Light wind of maybe 7 knots.
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• From: "Robert & Colleen Krucia" <rnckrucia at wow.net>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 20:36:37 -0400

Still dry.     Our shower and wind this evening lasted less than 10 minutes. It has drizzled lightly from time to time since then but nothing significant.   The IR sat loop shows Emily's leading edge on our East Coast literally but not making any significant westward progress. Here in Port of Spain it's still calm. Emily seems to be bedding down for the night and avoiding us knowing full well it's not welcome (wishful thinking).    Tobago must be in the thick of it. No reports from the North Coast. That would be very telling about the strength of this storm. Our Northern Range is sheltering Port of Spain. The clouds coming over the hills are moving very quickly. One would have thought this would have yielded lots of relief rainfall but nothing significant yet.   Before the night is out we will be getting rains I am sure so for now it's still quiet. I am being summoned to a game of scrabble so I'll post again later.       Robert Krucia Port of Spain.

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• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 18:28:31 -0400

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• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 17:51:41 -0400

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• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 17:49:29 -0400

• From: "Keith Joseph" <kehajo at tstt.net.tt>
• Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2005 15:28:32 -0400

3.35 pm
Emily is estimated to be 175 km from Trinidad.  Here in the east of
Trinidad, although there is a quiet calm,there are ominous dark low clouds
(mainly stratus fractus, cumulus fractus and heaped cumulus).  There is no
sign of rain at the moment, although it seems inevitable.  There is a lot of
traffic on the main highways and the main roads are people are trying to get
out of the main cities and towns.  Many people have stopped off at the
grocery stores and stocked up on canned foods, bread and crix biscuits.
There is a sense of anxiety pervading the atmosphere,  since the government
announced closure of all government offices, schools and most people are
already home or on there way home.

Keith Joseph
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• From: "adesh nanan" <adeshcnanan at hotmail.com>
• Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005 11:05:01 +0000

Hi Gert,
The  humidity is 70% and the temp is 30
The sky is an eerie grey and there is continuous rainfall,sometimes heavy
This is in Palmiste ,Trinidad on the south west of the island.

Dr Adesh Nanan

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• From: Robert & Colleen Krucia <rnckrucia AT wow.net>
• Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2005 18:23:20 -0400

Hello everyone,
                      I pray for the safety and preservation of all as we
begin the 2005 hurricane season. Last year Ivan passed really close but
Tobago got the worst of it between us.
 
With the mess this coutry is in, do we need a hurricane? What would
happen after the devastation? As I have said before our disaster
preparedness status.... is a disaster!
 
On a lighter note Trinidad is a lush green all over. We did not really
have a dry season this year. Interestingly last year was the same, food
for thought huh? Well, here we go. May God keep us all.
 
Robert Krucia
Port of Spain.
 
 


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