PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad — A rare and damaging tornado struck residential communities west of Port of Spain on Tuesday, October 7, leaving a trail of destruction across Westmoorings, Victoria Gardens, and parts of Chaguaramas.
The twister touched down around 11:55 a.m. local time (15:55 UTC), tearing through Cherry Crescent North in Westmoorings, where at least four homes sustained roof damage. Nearby properties also suffered structural impacts as the tornado tracked east-northeast across the western peninsula, uprooting trees and ripping off rooftops.
While no injuries or fatalities have been reported, residents described scenes of chaos as strong winds sent debris flying and power lines swayed violently. Emergency responders were dispatched to assess the extent of the damage.
Preliminary assessments suggest the event was consistent with a weak to moderate tornado, although the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has not yet confirmed the official classification.
According to meteorologists, the weather system developed under conditions that favored tornadic activity — including a line of deep convective thunderstorms along the western coast, strong vertical wind shear, and high low-level humidity.
Authorities are urging residents in affected areas to remain cautious as cleanup efforts continue and to report any further structural damage or hazards to emergency services.
More video of tornado that has moved through parts of Victoria Gardens and Westmoorings, damaging several homes at 11:55 AM.
Multiple roofs have been ripped off.https://t.co/pJeohyBPHu pic.twitter.com/ml2WDM76UO
— TTWeatherCenter (@TTWeatherCenter) October 7, 2025
