Coastal Dynamics has a new operational 3D forecast model for Trinidad and Tobago. The model is Danish Hydraulics Institute (DHI) MIKE3 Flexible Mesh (FM) hydrodynamic model. The system provides 7.5 day forecasts and publishes the data in a web page format. In addition the hindcast data is archived and is available for use by anyone wishing to have current and tide data within the model region.

The model has been quality checked (validated) for several locations around Trinidad.

We are currently conducting extensive validation exercises for various sites within the model area to provide better accuracy in output data for our clients.

The model has 8 vertical layers and can therefore provide currents near the surface and near the seabed and for 6 layers between the surface and seabed. The datasets will allow us to offer a fast track to client projects when there is a need for quicker access to long term data for approvals or for use in other types of modeling such as sediment/effluent transport.

The forecasted tides, current and wind data (via NOAA GSF data) can also be used to model oil spill forecast scenarios, for marine navigation, search and rescue, or for marine operators scheduling works at sea.

Understanding Ocean Models and their use in EIAs - 5.4MB PDF

Please view screenshots of the 3D forecast model below: