In the aftermath of seismic activity at the Piparo Mud Volcano on Christmas Eve 2025, residents say they have been forgotten. Stay tuned for this News 19 TT exclusive on what’s been happening, or rather what’s not been happening in Piparo.



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Sharlene Rampersad is a Trinidad and Tobago-based investigative journalist, multimedia reporter and editor. She is the founder of News 19 TT.
With more than a decade of experience in Caribbean journalism, she specialises in in-depth reporting on social issues, governance, crime, climate change and inequality.
Her work focuses on accountability journalism, uncovering underreported stories and amplifying the voices of communities across Trinidad and Tobago.
Through News 19, she produces original video reports, on-the-ground coverage, and digital-first storytelling designed for modern audiences.