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Weather alerts issued in Dominican Republic and Honduras amid heavy rains
Severe weather conditions are impacting the Dominican Republic and Honduras. In the Dominican Republic, a weather trough is causing heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, wind gusts, and potential hail. The Emergency Operations Center (COE) has issued green alerts for provinces including La Vega, Santiago, Valverde, and Puerto Plata due to risks of urban flooding and rising river levels. In La Vega, residents reported damage from intense winds and a possible tornado, including fallen trees and damaged roofs.
In Honduras, heavy rains have caused significant instability in Tegucigalpa. In the Villa Unión colony, landslides have destroyed homes, prompting the Municipal District Central (AMDC) to provide economic aid for temporary housing to 30 affected families. Authorities are monitoring high soil saturation levels and the Guacerique River basin to prevent further disasters.
Across both regions, meteorologists warn of high temperatures, with maximums reaching up to 35°C, and advise the public to stay hydrated and avoid direct sun exposure.
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Alcaldía Municipal del Distrito Central · Alianza · COE · Cenaos · Centro de Operaciones de Emergencias · Copeco · Dominican Institute of Meteorology · Dominican Republic · Emergency Operations Center · Empresa Nacional de Energía Eléctrica · Honduras · Indomet
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- [● 3 SOURCES] COPECO declared a 48-hour Green Alert in vulnerable areas of Honduras.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Green Alert is effective starting at 8:00 PM on Monday, October 12, 2026.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Moisture transport from the Caribbean Sea, driven by northeast winds, will cause moderate showers in eastern, central, and southern regions.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Affected areas include the Central District in Francisco Morazán, areas near Lake Yojoa, and several communities in Alianza, Valle.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The rains pose risks of river flooding, landslides, and falling trees.