This week CIMH staff participated in hands-on Earth Observation training led by Web Advanced Space Developer Interface, building on earlier #CopernicusLAC training. CIMH staff developed applications for: 🌿Sargassum detection ⛰️Landslide detection 🌎Ground deformation monitoring

On 17–18 Sept., CIMH in collaboration with the Guyana Hydrometeorological Service hosted a workshop in Georgetown, Guyana, focused on forecasting heat stress in livestock & poultry, & strengthening anticipatory action.

Participants explored how seasonal & sub-seasonal climate information can support decisions in the livestock & poultry sectors. The discussions also examined approaches for tailoring climate forecasts to livestock & poultry, & strategies for responding to forecasted heat stress.

During the week of Sept. 14–18, CIMH, in collaboration with John A. Osborne Airport & national partners, completed the fifth deployment of the CIMH Regional Marine Observation Network under the RCCAME project.

With five deployments completed, CIMH continues working with CMO member states to build a stronger, more connected picture of the region's marine environment, supporting forecasting, disaster preparedness, coastal management & climate resilience.

After storms & floods, health risks rise Key risks include 🐀 Leptospirosis caused by displaced rodents contaminating flood waters, household items, & food containers 🦟 Mosquito-borne illnesses such as Dengue & Zika, fueled by stagnant water that become mosquito breeding sites

Protect yourself & your family • Avoid contact with flood waters • Store food & water safely, away from contamination • Eliminate standing water around your home to reduce mosquito breeding sites • Seek medical attention for symptoms such as fever, rash, or body aches

Storms & floods bring hidden health risks including: 💧 Gastrointestinal illness from unsafe water 🦠 Skin infections from contaminated flood waters 💭 Mental health challenges from stress & trauma

The CariCOF Wet Days & Wet Spells Outlook for Sept–Nov 2026 is available. The forecast shows: 🔹 Fewer wet days across the Guianas & Antilles. 🔹 Fewer 7-day wet & very wet spells across most Caribbean islands. 🔹 A slightly lower number of wet & very wet spells in the Guianas.

🌧️ The CariCOF Flash Flood Potential Outlook for Sept–Nov 2026 is now available. The forecast shows: 🔹About 1 fewer excessive rainfall event than usual overall. 🔹At least 9 events in southern Belize; 4–7 in parts of the Bahamas, Belize, Cuba & the mountainous Antilles.