Coastal Services
Protecting Trinidad & Tobago's coastline
Our coastal services provide expert assessments and consultations on coastal erosion issues, helping to develop effective mitigation strategies for protecting our nation's valuable coastal resources.
Important Notice
Due to climate change impacts, coastal erosion assessments are in high demand. Please allow 2-3 weeks for consultation scheduling.
Coastal Erosion Consultations
Expert consultations on coastal erosion assessment and mitigation planning
What's Included:
- • Site assessment and analysis
- • Risk evaluation and mapping
- • Mitigation strategy recommendations
- • Technical consultation with experts
- • Written assessment report
Processing Time:
2-4 weeks from consultation date
Required Documents:
- • Property deed or ownership documents
- • Site location map
- • Previous erosion reports (if available)
- • Photographs of affected areas
Report Coastal Erosion
Report coastal erosion incidents and request immediate assessment
When to Report:
- • Sudden or severe erosion events
- • Threat to infrastructure or property
- • Public safety concerns
- • Environmental damage
Response Time:
Emergency cases: 24-48 hours
Standard reports: 5-7 business days
Information Needed:
- • Exact location coordinates
- • Description of erosion extent
- • Photos or video evidence
- • Contact information
Coastal Protection Resources
Educational Materials
Emergency Contacts
- • Emergency Hotline: 800-COAST
- • Email: coastal@mowt.gov.tt
- • 24/7 Emergency: 868-123-4567