Officials from Tristan da Cunha and the South African Weather Service (SAWS) met in Cape Town on 7th October 2016.

Tristan team visit SAWS Cape Town Offices

Report and photo from Chris Carnegy

Chief Islander Ian Lavarello, Outgoing Administrator Alex Mitham and Tristan Government UK Representative Chris Carnegy visited the South African Weather Service (SAWS) offices in Cape Town on 7th October 2016 for discussions on the ongoing partnership with SAWS. Tristan da Cunha and Gough Island are vital meteorological stations to provide data crucial to accurate South African weather forecasts.
Photo shows, left to right: Nish Devanunthan, Southern Oceans and Antarctic Support Director with DEA, Ian Lavarello, Mnikeli Ndabami, General Manager, Operations with SAWS, Alex Mitham and Chris Carnegy.