TS Nicole

Published 29th September, 11:12am

TD 16 now TS Nicole moving NE over Cuba.

The National Hurricane Center is issuing bulletins on newly formed TS Nicole

At 10:00 a.m. local time Tropical Storm Nicole, was located at 22.6 N 80.6 W or about 120 miles ESE of Havana, Cuba and moving towards the NE at 9 mph with maximum sustained Winds of 40 mph.

The new location takes the newly formed Tropical Storm closer to the Cayman Islands than previously forecast with an area of TS winds over the sister Islands. A report from Cayman Brac at 10:15 a.m. indicated sustained winds of 30 knots with a gust to 44 knots

The Cayman Islands will continue to experience overcast skies with frequent heavy showers. Another 2 to 4 inches of rainfall are likely during the next 24 hours leading to extensive flooding of low lying areas. Residents of these areas should continue to take the necessary precautions.

Strong southwest to west winds reaching tropical storm force and rough seas, with wave heights of 8 to 10 feet are expected over our area. The south and west coasts of our Islands will continue to experience heavy wave action and some beach erosion.

All boating interests should remain in safe harbour until further notice

The CI National Weather Service will continue to monitor the progress of this system, and all residents are urged to stay tuned to the local media for further updates.

Additional information on weather conditions over our area for the next 24 to 48 hours can be found in the local weather forecast.

The next local bulletin on TS Nicole will be at 4 p.m.

For further information contact: Simon Boxall