Trop. Storm Tomas

Published 2nd November, 4:23pm

The National Hurricane Center in Miami Florida issued an advisory on Tropical Storm Tomas, which at 4 p.m. was located near 13.5 N 74.6 W or about 345 miles south-southeast of Kingston Jamaica. Tomas is currently moving towards the west near 14 mph with maximum sustained winds near 40 mph.

THIS STORM POSES NO IMMEDIATE THREAT TO THE CAYMAN ISLANDS. However, all interests within the Cayman Islands should continue to monitor the progress of this storm as the current forecast track continues to move Tomas on a westerly track. Tomas is expected to turn north Friday night as it moves southeast of Jamaica.

The CINWS will continue to monitor the progress of this storm. Specific weather conditions for the Cayman area can be found on the websites www.weather.ky or www.gov.ky

For further information contact: Simon Boxall