• Update On National Cyclist TahjΓ© Browne

    The Antigua & Barbuda Cycling Federation is pleased to share a positive update on National Cyclist TahjΓ© Browne following Saturday’s training incident. After undergoing medical examinations and diagnostic testing, doctors have confirmed that TahjΓ© has not sustained any broken bones, fractures, or major arterial injuries. While he suffered several cuts and bruises, including a significant…

  • Ministry Extends Best Wishes To EMT Involved in Motor Vehicle Accident

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs extends its heartfelt best wishes to the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) who was involved in a motor vehicle accident earlier today while carrying out her duties. Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs, Michael…

  • Coast Guard Recovers Body Of 18-Year-Old Female At Devil’s Bridge

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force Coast Guard ABDFCG) recovered the body of an 18-year-old female at Devil’s Bridge at approximately 7:00 am on Sunday, 21st June 2026. Initial reports indicate that the deceased entered the water at approximately 9:00 pm on Saturday, June 20th, 2026…

  • Police Investigate Death Of 19-Year-Old Female At Devil’s Bridge

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, June 21, 2026 – The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 19-year-old female whose body was recovered from the waters at Devil’s Bridge on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Preliminary reports indicate that the young woman allegedly jumped…

  • WEATHER ALERT: Showers And Thunderstorms Expected From Approaching Tropical Wave

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Dale Destin – 268Weather: Disruptive and somewhat dangerous weather is likely this afternoon and evening due to showers and thunderstorms associated with a tropical wave. Possible rainfall total is 3 to 12 mm or .12 to 0.5 inch. Tomorrow, the wave will be out of the…

  • Air Quality Returns To Good Levels

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Saharan Dust Air Quality BulletinAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service12:15 pm Friday 19 June 2026 Air Quality Index (AQI) Based on Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5) and 10 (PM10) Concentration Location: Antigua and BarbudaAir quality category: GoodTiming: Until… Synopsis: Minimal Saharan Dust and or PM2.5 and PM10 at…

  • Drone Training Enhances Emergency Response In Antigua And Barbuda

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF): The National Office of Disaster Services (NODS), in collaboration with Airborne Intelligence, Reconnaissance, and Technology (AIRT), conducted a four-day Drone Training Exercise at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium from May 26-29, 2026. The training brought together personnel from the National…

  • NODS Staff Participate In Specialized Training On DisasterAWARE Platform

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Personnel from the National Office of Disaster Services (NODS) have strengthened their ability to monitor developing threats, evaluate potential impacts, and support informed decision-making during emergency operations. The staff was involved in a specialized training last week on one of the world’s leading disaster risk reduction…

  • Tropical Storm Arthur Forms In The Gulf

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Tropical Storm Arthur is centered near 29.4N 94.9W at 17/0000 UTC or 10 nm NW of Galveston, Texas, moving NE at 7 kt. Estimated minimum central pressure is 1000 mb. Maximum sustained wind speed is 35 kt with gusts to 45 kt. Numerous moderate to scattered…

  • Met Office Issues Tsunami Information Statement

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Urgent – Immediate Broadcast RequestedTsunami Bulletin Number 1Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological ServiceAntigua and Barbuda Tsunami Warning Focal Point and Tsunami Warning Centre3:15 pm AST Wednesday 17 June 2026 This is a Tsunami Information Statement to inform the public and authorities that, based on current data, there…

  • NOTICE: DOE Provides Update On Air Conditioning Units And Polycarbonate Sheets

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Department of Environment (DOE) wishes to advise the public that all air conditioning (AC) units available under the Sustainable Island Resource Framework (SIRF) Fund havebeen fully allocated. At this time, there are no additional AC units available, and we are unable to provide a timeline…

  • Barbuda Successfully Completes Tsunami-Ready Exercise And Public Awareness Activity

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Barbuda recently completed a successful Tsunami Ready exercise aimed at strengthening community awareness, preparedness, and response capabilities in the event of a tsunami. The May 26 – 28 initiative, led locally by the National Office of Disaster Services (NODS), brought together local schools, disaster management officials,…