• Submitted by: manso
• Society
• 11 / 04 / 2010

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03 November 2010. Tropical Storm Tomas is forecast to hit Haiti and the Dominican Republic on 5 November. Satellite image of Tropical Storm Tomas on 2 November 2010. Image by NOAA/NASA GOES Project.

Tropical Storm Tomas is expected to develop into a hurricane and is forecast to pass over the south west of Haiti and the Dominican Republic on Friday 5 November. Severe flooding is likely.

On its current predicted path the storm will pass close to Jamaica, Cuba, and the Turks and Caicos Islands on the 5/6 November and the Bahamas on 7/8 November.

While the main impact is currently projected to be away from traditional tourist destinations, you should monitor local media and other sources for regular updates.  

Tomas has caused severe disruption in the Caribbean region. St Lucia was hit on 31 October causing landslides, damage to buildings and severe disruption to the road network. There were a number of deaths and some people remain missing.

British nationals en route to destinations in the Caribbean should check with their tour operators. Those travelling independently should try to speak to their airlines directly before going to the airport.

If you are in areas affected by the storm, you should follow the advice and instructions of local authorities, and use our LOCATE system to register with your nearest British Embassy, High Commission or Consulate.

For more information, see our travel advice by country and our advice on tropical cyclones.Further information. Travel advice by country, Find your nearest British Embassy or High Commission. Register with LOCATE to help us find you in an emergency Get travel updates from British abroad on Facebook and @britishabroad on Twitter, Tropical cyclones.

Source: britishabroad on Twitter, Tropical cyclones