The Minister of National Security Stuart Young, on the instructions of Dr. Keith Rowley spoke to the Prime Minister of
St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Ralph Gonzalves and advised that Trinidad and Tobago stands ready to assist St. Vincent and the Grenadines as required, in light of increasing activity at the La Soufriere Volcano.
Minister Young has instructed the Acting Chief of Defence Staff, Brigadier General Dexter Francis, to have members of the Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force on standby to provide any assistance to the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines that may be necessary.
The Government of Trinidad and Tobago said it will continue to monitor the situation and stay in touch with the authorities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
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