The Miami Herald identified Trinidad as one of the safe places to visit when dodging hurricanes. However, weather experts warn against a false sense of security and say that nowhere is safe.

From its Kingston, Jamaica headquarters, Digicel today announced the launch of a Caribbean-wide Hurricane Preparedness program, which promises "hurricane alerts, tracking maps, supplies and public safety information."

1. Pantry well stocked: canned goods, dry milk, dry cereals and baby food, powered drinks, bread; non-electric can opener; plastic utensils; garbage bags.
2. Special infant needs - diapers, bottles and formula, medicine.
3. Extra drinking water.
4. Tub filled with water.
5. Loose outside objects stored or secured.
6. First-aid kit and manuals.
7. Tree branches tied or cut.
8. TV antenna taken down.
9. Fire extinguisher.
10. Flashlight or lantern, extra batteries.
11. Radio, extra batteries.
12. Raingear, change of clothing; heavy/sturdy boots or shoes; work gloves.
13. Extra cash/credit cards.
14. Personal hygiene items.
15. Medications and specific medical information.
16. Camera and film; extra batteries.
17. Pets inside or otherwise protected.
18. Car tank filled with gasoline.
19. Extra ice in freezer.
20. Sterno fuel and unit; charcoal.

The Caroni River burst its banks today causing the usual flooding of a part of the Solomon Hochoy Highway and the Southern Main Road. South-bound drivers and residents of South and Central Trinidad are advised to take the necessary precautions and advise friends.

There are 2 tropical waves in the caribbean region.

The two tropical waves are presently affecting the greater and lesser antilles. The stronger of the two is directly over Puerto Rico, which is causing some isolated thunderstoms in that island. There would also be scattered thunderstorms and thundershowers in Nassau, Bermuda, Antigua, Barbados. Trinidad and Tobago is feeling the effects of the front end of the other tropical wave. Trinidad and Tobago should expect to see some scattered thundershowers on Friday. The entire caribbean area will experience some showers this week. Sea vessels need to look out for the high waves and rough seas.