Keith Woolford Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 Warning issued over continued heavy rains Heavy rains are expected to continue through November, but weather forecasters are expecting the dry season to begin in mid-December. + info Spanish version The rainfall in November, however, is also expected to be lighter than those in October, one of the wettest months of the year. University of Panama Professor César Osorio said the rainfall in November will be steadier than that in October, which was marked by violent storms. According to the expert, the dry season will start in mid-December. However, there will also be some storms as the seasons transition from rainy to dry. Residents are being asked to pay special attention to severe weather reports, as storms will often be accompanied by high winds, which add a level of danger due to the higher incidents of falling trees, landslides and more dangerous tides and sea conditions. http://www.prensa.com/in_english/Siguen-lluvias-noviembre-cabezas-constantes_21_4614498507.html 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted November 17, 2016 Author Share Posted November 17, 2016 (edited) On 6 de noviembre de 2016 at 8:21 AM, Keith Woolford said: Warning issued over continued heavy rains Heavy rains are expected to continue through November, but weather forecasters are expecting the dry season to begin in mid-December. + info Spanish version The rainfall in November, however, is also expected to be lighter than those in October, one of the wettest months of the year. University of Panama Professor César Osorio said the rainfall in November will be steadier than that in October, which was marked by violent storms. According to the expert, the dry season will start in mid-December. However, there will also be some storms as the seasons transition from rainy to dry. Residents are being asked to pay special attention to severe weather reports, as storms will often be accompanied by high winds, which add a level of danger due to the higher incidents of falling trees, landslides and more dangerous tides and sea conditions. http://www.prensa.com/in_english/Siguen-lluvias-noviembre-cabezas-constantes_21_4614498507.html It appears the forecast for heavy November rain was correct. How is the level of the Caldera River? Edited November 17, 2016 by Keith Woolford Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoSailors Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 11 inches of rain here in Brisas Boquetenas in the last 24 hours!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoSailors Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Lot more coming! https://www.windytv.com/8.779/-82.432?rain,8.782,-82.991,7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 TwoSailors, That is a fantastic website. Had not seen it previously. Will bookmark it on my browser. Thanks for providing the URL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 You guys on the south side of town are catching more rain than the north or "green" side of town. It's been that way for two years now. We're the ones that usually get the heavy rainfall and flooding, but we've gotten just the right amount in the last couple of years. The patterns seem to have changed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyS Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 I'm always looking for good weather sites. Thanks for the link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John R Hampton Posted November 18, 2016 Share Posted November 18, 2016 Impressed with Windytv app for the iPhone. Very cool graphics and features. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted November 18, 2016 Moderators Share Posted November 18, 2016 Quote 5-day ‘Green alert’ from Civil defense Posted on November 17, 2016 in Panama Emergency Operations Center members called out Post Views: 162 A GREEN ALERT for Bocas del Toro, Chiriquí and Veraguas was issued Thursday, Nov. 17 by the civil defense system, Sinaproc . The alert covers the next five days and was issued due to a low pressure system southeast of the Caribbean Sea. The center of emergency operations (COE) reported that for the next five days moderate rains are expected which could lead to flooding and mudslides in vulnerable areas. http://www.newsroompanama.com/news/panama/5-day-green-alert-civil-defense Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted November 18, 2016 Moderators Share Posted November 18, 2016 Quote Rescue units called to rain ravaged Chiriqui Posted on November 17, 2016 in Panama Post Views: 140 TECHNICAL RESCUE units of the Civil Protection System,Sinaproc, have been called in to Chiriqui province. The system’s director general José Donderis, reported that at least 35 families have been affected by heavy rains that have fallen on the province in the last three days. These families reside in Pedregalito, Alanje and Barú, places where the delivery of humanitarian aid is underway. Rescue personnel continue to monitor the Chico and San Bartolo rivers, which have overflowed. Schools have closed in Baru, where fallen trees are reported and rivers are overflowing. Regional Sinaproc director Francisco Santamaría, said that there are four affected homes in the community of Orillas del Río in Alanje. In Brisas Bananeras in Barú drainage channels are full, while the community of Nuevo Acueducto is incommunicado. In Rabo de Puerco, Barú, the evaluations are y being carried out pn eight damged houses. T he Ministry of Public Works is working to address alandslide on the road to Limones, Baru. The road to Nuevo Mexico is also closed. http://www.newsroompanama.com/news/panama/rescue-units-called-rain-ravaged-chiriqui Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted November 18, 2016 Moderators Share Posted November 18, 2016 Quote Heavy rains create water supply problems Posted on November 17, 2016 in Panama Post Views: 147 CONTINUING heavy rains are creating problems in water plants in many location forcing the Natonal Water authority Idaan,to deliver ware to schools, health centers and hospitals by truck. Puy Youbert, Idaan director in Chiriquí, reported Thursday, Nov. 17, that treatment plants in San Bartolo and Santa Marta are out of operation due to obstructions in the pumping system. Meanwhile, the plant in San Félix is operating at 60 percent of capacity due to partial obstructions. “The problem is that the levels in the rivers remain high,” esaid the official. The plant in Barú suspended operations at 7 p.m. Wednesday but resumed production at 5 a.m. Thursday. The plants will be operational once crews can clear obstructions to intake valves. But this can’t be done until water levels recede. http://www.newsroompanama.com/news/panama/heavy-rains-create-water-supply-problems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted November 18, 2016 Moderators Share Posted November 18, 2016 Quote Heavy rains alert Posted on November 17, 2016 in Panama Post Views: 208 A HEAVT RAINFALL warning along the Pacific slope until noon on Thursday Nov. 17 has been issued by ETESA’s Hydrometeorology office. A bulletin issued Thursday said that the conditions will be in the region of Azuero, mainly southern sectors, of Azuero Coclé and Veraguas. According to forecasts there will also be scattered downpours on Panama and Darien. Cloud conditions are also expected with moderate-to-heavy downpours on the Chiriquí mountain and lowland areas. Cloudy conditions are expected with moderate to heavy storms in Bocas del Toro and northern Veraguas, Ngäbe Buglé region, downpours with storms in Colón and Guna Yala. http://www.newsroompanama.com/news/panama/heavy-rains-alert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted November 19, 2016 Moderators Share Posted November 19, 2016 Quote 500 hit by flooding as more rain forecast Posted on November 18, 2016 in Panama Post Views: 135 WHILE THE nation’s Civil Defense System, Sinaproc has issued a five day green flood alert the number of people affected by the overflow of the rivers Chiriquí Viejo, Chico and other tributaries, in the province of Chiriqui, has climbed to near 500. According to Sinaproc , 499 people and 144 houses were affected in Barú and Alanje. Francisco Santamaria, regional director of Sinaproc, said that in Barú 69 houses were broken down as follows: 30 houses in Majagual; 30 houses in Rodolfo Aguilar and Almendro Acueducto; 9 houses in Almendro Settlement. In the district there are 240 people affected after water entered their homes, reaching a height of about three feet. In the Alanje sector, 29 houses were reported, specifically in Majagual and 35 houses affected in Orillas del Río. In this district there are 259 people whose homes have been Santamaria said that on Thursday 169 people moved to four shelters that opened in Barú and Alanje. http://www.newsroompanama.com/news/panama/500-hit-flooding-rain-forecast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted November 20, 2016 Moderators Share Posted November 20, 2016 Quote Treatment plants in San Bartolo and Santa Marta remain shut down Sandra Alicia Rivera,Especial para La Prensa | BARÚ, Chiriquí 17 nov 2016 - 13:44h Puy Youbert, the director of the water and sewer agency Idaan in Chiriquí, reported today that treatment plants in San Bartolo and Santa Marta are out of operation due to obstructions in the pumping system. Meanwhile, the plant in San Félix is operating at 60 percent of capacity due to partial obstructions. "The problem is that the levels in the rivers remain high," explained the official. The plant in Barú suspended operations at 7 p.m. Wednesday but resumed production at 5 a.m. Thursday. Water is being delivered by tanker truck to health centers, hospitals and schools. The plants will be operational once crews can clear obstructions to intake valves. But this can't be done until water levels recede. http://www.prensa.com/in_english/Chiriqui-Potabilizadoras-Bartolo-Santa-Marta_21_4623497610.html Moderator comment: There was more information in this newspaper article, but I was not able to transfer it to CL. If you wish to see the short video, then click on the above link and view the original source posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Doug Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 Hurricane Otto by Thursday? The tropical season isn't done just yet. Tropical Depression Sixteen has just formed in the southwest Caribbean. The broad area of low pressure we'd been watching all last week for slow development as of Monday morning has become Tropical Depression Sixteen. The system is located near Panama in Central America and is no threat to the United States. It's center is located at 11.5 north and 79.4 west. Maximum winds of 35 mph with a slow drift to the west at about 1 mph. The conditions around the storm are forecasted to improve by the middle to end of the week as the storm moves westward toward Nicaragua and Costa Rica. It potentially could become a weak hurricane before it makes landfall in Central America by the end of the week. http://www.wcti12.com/news/tropical-depression-sixteen-forms-in-the-caribbean-ocean/177682960 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Doug Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 The center of Tropical Depression Sixteen was located about 300 miles east of the Nicaraguan Caribbean coast. Current Storm Status Tropical Depression Sixteen will move very little the next several days. Late this week, high pressure will build to its north, and the clockwise steering flow around that high will send this system westward towards the coast of Nicaragua or Costa Rica. Projected Path Currently, wind shear is keeping somewhat of a lid on intensification. However, later this week, wind shear is expected to relax, and the tropical cyclone is expected to become a rare, late-season hurricane before making landfall in Nicaragua or Costa Rica. Current Satellite, Wind Shear It will be a concern for Central America, however, including Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama. This region will be at risk for heavy rain capable of causing flooding and mudslides. In addition, areas of heavy rain well to the north of the circulation may trigger flooding in parts of Honduras and Belize. Forecast Rainfall Any wind and storm surge impact will depend on the strength of the system as it moves inland, which remains uncertain at this time. The future "Otto" is expected to weaken rapidly soon after making landfall, as the circulation is ripped apart by the higher terrain of Nicaragua and Costa Rica. Weather Underground Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted November 21, 2016 Moderators Share Posted November 21, 2016 Quote Rains impact 725 people in Chiriquí The communities affected are Majagual, San Bartolo, San Vicente, El Carmen, Almendro Acueducto, Almendro Asentamiento, Orillas del Río and Chiriquí Viejo. Angel López Guía 20 nov 2016 - 13:56h A report of the civil defense agency Sinaproc has found that 725 people have been affected by the heavy rains that have fallen in Chiriqui. Officials said that 232 homes have been affected by flooding caused by the rains, which have fallen over the past four days. The impacted communities are Majagual, San Bartolo, San Vicente, Barriada El Carmen, Almendro Acueducto, Almendro Asentamiento, Chiriquí Viejo and Orillas del Río. Humanitarian aid is being delivered to those affected. http://www.prensa.com/in_english/Lluvias-personas-afectadas-comunidades-Chiriqui_21_4625747383.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted November 21, 2016 Author Share Posted November 21, 2016 It will be 18 years ago tomorrow on October 22nd 1988, that the devastating, slow moving, Hurricane Mitch formed in the same area of the Western Caribbean. I was living in Costa Rica at the time and it seemed like it would rain forever. There were huge losses of life in Nicaragua and Honduras. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Mitch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted November 21, 2016 Author Share Posted November 21, 2016 On 18 de noviembre de 2016 at 8:44 AM, Moderator_02 said: http://www.newsroompanama.com/news/panama/5-day-green-alert-civil-defense The Green Alert has been elevated to Yellow as of midnight. http://www.prensa.com/sociedad/Alerta-Chiriqui-Veraguas-Bugle-Colon_0_4626287326.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted November 21, 2016 Author Share Posted November 21, 2016 Nice of the rain to stop long enough so we could enjoy an extended power outage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnF13 Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 Yes it was fun for the rain to stop. Power came back on, started raining 5 minutes after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 I have received a Whatsapp from the U.S. Embassy indicating that Tropical Storm Otto is 350 east of Nicaragua and moving slowing to the west. It's likely to become a hurricane, but we will most likely just have heavy rains and maybe some wind. I cancelled my flight to and from Panama City tomorrow. Just too risky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 PANAMA-ACS@state.gov Today at 5:50 PM Message body Emergency Message: Tropical Storm Otto Panama 21 November 2016 U.S. Embassy Panama City alerts U.S. citizens in the Panama that a tropical storm watch associated with Tropical Storm Otto is in effect for Panama. Heavy rainfall is expected in parts of Panama over the next few days. The combination of a dangerous storm surge along the coast with large waves could raise water levels. Gusty winds, heavy rains, and possible flash floods and mudslides are expected to occur. The Panamanian National System of Civil Protection (SINAPROC) has planted red flags on beaches in the Caribbean to warn the public of strong currents and waves. On November 21, SINAPROC evacuated members of the Guanabano community in Chiriqui and transferred them to a shelter in El Majagual. Please visit the National Weather Service’s website for updates and to follow the storm’s path. You can also find Panama-specific information on the SINAPROC twitter page at https://twitter.com/sinaproc_panama. U.S. citizens may be affected by the storm and are advised to monitor local media for updates or possible changes to the severe weather conditions and to follow any instructions/warnings issued by the Panamanian government. Preparations to protect life and property in any storm or weather-related event should be considered. U.S. citizens should carry their travel documents (i.e. U.S. passport book) with them at all times or secure them by placing them in a secure, waterproof location. If you must travel during this time, please take reasonable precautions such as avoiding swiftly moving water. Drivers should remain vigilant for possible landslides. We strongly recommend that U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Panama enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) on the State Department’s website. STEP enrollment subsribes you to receive emails with the latest security updates, and makes it easier for the U.S. embassy to contact you in an emergency. If you don’t have Internet access, enroll directly with the nearest U.S. embassy. Regularly monitor the State Department's website, where you can find current Travel Warnings, (including the Travel Warning for Panama), Travel Alerts, and the Worldwide Caution. Read the Country Specific Information for the Panama. For additional information, refer to “A Safe Trip Abroad” on the State Department’s website. Contact the U.S. embassy for up-to-date information on travel restrictions. You can also call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). Follow us on Twitter and Facebook to have travel information at your fingertips.For all emergencies involving U.S. citizens, contact the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit of the U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section, located at:Building 783, Demetrio Basilio Lakas Avenue, Clayton, Panama. To speak to an ACS representative please call 011-507-317-5000 (317-5000 in Panama) on the following schedule: Monday-Thursday: 3:00 PM- 4:30 PM. Fax: 011-507-317-5303 (317-5303 in Panama) In the event of an after-hours emergency involving an American citizen, you can reach a Duty Officer (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) by calling 011-507-317-5000 (317-5000 in Panama). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Emergency Message: Hurricane Otto Panama 22 November 2016 U.S. Embassy Panama City alerts U.S. citizens in Panama that the National Hurricane Center has upgraded tropical storm Otto to a hurricane. Heavy rainfall is expected in portions of central and western Panama, accumulating between 4 to 8 inches over the next few days. These rains could result in life-threatening flash floods and mud slides. Swells generated by Otto are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions over the next several days along the Panamanian coast. The Panamanian National System of Civil Protection (SINAPROC) has planted red flags on beaches in the Caribbean to warn the public of strong currents and waves. Panama has declared a red alert for its Caribbean coast and a yellow alert for the entire country. On November 21, SINAPROC evacuated members of the Guanabano community in Chiriqui and transferred them to a shelter in El Majagual. All operations at Marco A. Gelabert and Panama Pacifico airports have been cancelled for November 22. The Ministry of Education (MEDUCA) has cancelled classes for all public and private schools for November 22 and November 23. Please visit the National Hurricane Center’s website for updates and to follow the storm’s path. You can also find Panama-specific information on the SINAPROC Twitter. U.S. citizens may be affected by the storm and are advised to monitor local media for updates or possible changes to the severe weather conditions and to follow any instructions/warnings issued by the Panamanian government. Preparations to protect life and property in any storm or weather-related event should be considered. U.S. citizens should carry their travel documents (i.e. U.S. passport book) with them at all times or secure them by placing them in a secure, waterproof location. If you must travel during this time, please take reasonable precautions such as avoiding swiftly moving water. Drivers should remain vigilant for possible landslides. We strongly recommend that U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Panama enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) on the State Department’s website. STEP enrollment subsribes you to receive emails with the latest security updates, and makes it easier for the U.S. embassy to contact you in an emergency. If you don’t have Internet access, enroll directly with the nearest U.S. embassy. Regularly monitor the State Department's website, where you can find current Travel Warnings, (including the Travel Warning for Panama), Travel Alerts, and the Worldwide Caution. Read the Country Specific Information for the Panama. For additional information, refer to “A Safe Trip Abroad” on the State Department’s website. Contact the U.S. embassy for up-to-date information on travel restrictions. You can also call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). Follow us on Twitter and Facebook to have travel information at your fingertips. For all emergencies involving U.S. citizens, contact the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit of the U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section, located at Building 783, Demetrio Basilio Lakas Avenue, Clayton, Panama. To speak to an ACS representative please call 011-507-317-5000 (317-5000 in Panama) on the following schedule: Monday-Thursday: 3:00 PM- 4:30 PM. Fax: 011-507-317-5303 (317-5303 in Panama) In the event of an after-hours emergency involving an American citizen, you can reach a Duty Officer (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) by calling 011-507-317-5000 (317-5000 in Panama). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted November 22, 2016 Author Share Posted November 22, 2016 Otto Now A Category 1 Hurricane; Forecast to Make Very Rare Thanksgiving Hurricane Central America Landfall The Hurricane experts at Weather Channel discuss Otto and Central America https://weather.com/storms/hurricane/news/tropical-storm-hurricane-otto-caribbean-central-america-forecast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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