The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued an alert that could impact holidaymakers who plan to go away between now and the end of November.
As part of its numerous responsibilities, the government’s foreign affairs department regularly provides British travellers with updates concerning more than 220 nations and territories.
In a fresh alert posted on X, previously known as Twitter, Foreign Office officials cautioned about destinations that may experience “frequent tropical storms”. The message, in full, reads: “Hurricane season is normally from June to November.
“If your holiday destination has frequent tropical storms, remember to monitor local news and check World Meteorological Organization weather reports.”
Well-known destinations that typically encounter such weather events include Mexico, Florida, the Bahamas, Jamaica, and the Philippines. However this is not an extensive list so it’s well worth checking travel guidance for the country you’re heading to.
On its official website, the FCDO explains: “It’s sometimes difficult to predict where, when and at what strength an extreme weather or other event will strike, and therefore what the scale and type of disaster may be.
“For example, tropical cyclones can veer off-course, change speed or suddenly intensify or weaken. The course of a tropical cyclone cannot always be accurately predicated and there may be a degree of uncertainty (a ‘margin of error’) in the cyclone’s path of up to 50 miles.”
Those planning journeys to areas typically impacted by such weather conditions are strongly advised to ensure they have sufficient travel insurance, familiarise themselves with local procedures, and stay informed with FCDO travel advice by subscribing to alerts.
Holidaymakers should also monitor weather forecasts and warning systems, and contemplate how their travel plans could be disrupted by an event – as well as what actions can be taken if adverse weather does occur.
Source: Livepool Echo (Story by Kate Lally)