Residents across several communities in Trinidad and Tobago are facing continued disruptions in their water supply due to adverse weather conditions that have affected the operations of surface water treatment facilities.
The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) released its fourth update this morning highlighting the extent of the impact caused by persistent heavy rainfall.
In the Northern region of Trinidad, facilities in Tompire, Matura, Quare, Guanapo, La Pastora, Mc David, L&N, Las Cuevas, Rincon, La Fillette, and Blanchisseuse remain affected. These disruptions are largely due to high turbidity and clogged intake screens—a result of rivers being swollen and flooded from prolonged rainfall.
Residents in affected areas such as Toco, Balandra, Matura, parts of Valencia, Arima, Pinto Road, Mt. Pleasant, Calvary Hill, La Pastora, Lopinot, Surrey Village, Maracas, St. Joseph, Santa Rosa Heights, Tumpuna Road, and Valencia are experiencing interrupted service or low water pressure.
Some positive news came from the Aripo, Caura, and Acono facilities, which have returned to service, restoring water to El Dorado, Tacarigua, parts of Tunapuna, and additional sections of Maracas, St. Joseph.
In Tobago, facilities at Hillsborough West and Highlands Road continue to experience problems. Areas such as Hope, John Dial, Bacolet, Scarborough, Moriah, Upper Golden Lane, and Mason Hall are feeling the effects of the adverse weather. As with Trinidad, the issues stem from high turbidity and clogged screens due to river flooding.
The Courland facility in Tobago has returned to service, bringing relief to communities including Plymouth, Crown Point, Canaan, and Bon Accord.
WASA has assured the public that all efforts are being made to restore service as swiftly as possible. The Authority is urging customers to stay updated through their digital platforms and to conserve water where possible during this period.
