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APUA Announces Water Levels At Potworks Reservoir And Increased Supply Measures To Ensure Continued Service
St. John’s, Antigua – April 2, 2025: The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) continues to monitor and manage the island’s water resources to ensure a stable supply for residents. Potworks Reservoir, the largest natural water catchment in Antigua, has a capacity of one billion gallons. Rainfall in February and October 2024 significantly replenished the reservoir,…
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WMO Retires Hurricane Names Beryl, Helene, Milton, And John
The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) Hurricane Committee has retired the names Beryl, Helene and Milton from its Atlantic basin name list and John from the eastern Pacific basin name list because of the death and destruction these storms caused in 2024. Hurricane Beryl was the earliest Atlantic basin Category-5 hurricane on record, with major impacts…
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DAN Facilitates Hyperbaric Chamber Certification For Healthcare Professionals
The Dive Alert Network (DAN) facilitated Hyperbaric Chamber certification and recertification training, on site at SLBMC. This training was provided to healthcare professionals, to include Physicians, Nurses and members of the Emergency Medical Team. A total of 7 physicians and nurses alongside 4 EMTs received their recertifications while an additional 8 healthcare professionals participated in…
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Royal Police Force Of Antigua And Barbuda Launches Official Facebook Page
St. John’s, Antigua – 2nd April 2025 – The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda (RPFAB) is pleased to announce the launch of its official Facebook page, designed to enhance communication, transparency, and public engagement. The new platform will serve as a direct source of information for residents, offering timely updates on crime prevention…
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ABDF Urges The Public To Avoid Interacting With Recruits During Training Exercise
NOTICE: Exercise GREEN SPROUT The Antigua & Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF) advises the public that the Basic Recruit Course (BRC) 01/25 will be conducting its Mid-Term Field Training Exercise, Exercise GREEN SPROUT, from April 2 to April 5, 2025, in the Christian Valley and Cades Bay areas on the southern side of the island. During…
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Urgent Small Craft Warning For Antigua And Barbuda And Neighbouring Islands
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageSmall Craft WarningAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services4:00 pm Tuesday 1 April, 2025 …Small craft warning for Antigua, Barbuda, Anguilla, the British Virgin Islands, Montserrat, St. Kitts and Nevis … Locations to be affected: Mainly open waters north and east of the islands. Timing: Wednesday night until Friday morning for Antigua, Barbuda…
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High Surf Advisory Issued For Antigua, Barbuda, The BVI, Anguilla, St. Kitts, Nevis And Montserrat
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageHigh Surf AdvisoryAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service9:00 pm Monday 31 March 2025 …High surf advisory for Antigua, Barbuda the British Virgin Islands, Anguilla, St. Kitts, Nevis and Montserrat… Locations to be affected: Particularly reefs and exposed northern and northern facing coastlines relatively shallow,gently to moderately sloping, nearshore areas. Timing: Until Saturday…
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CBH: Strengthening Food Safety; Training For Seasoned Food Handlers
Central Board of Health Antigua and Barbuda (CBH): On March 27, 2025, the Central Board of Health conducted an essential Food Safety Training session, led by Mr. Daryl Spencer; Deputy Chief Health Inspector. This session was designed specifically for seasoned food handlers, reinforcing their knowledge and skills in ensuring safe food practices. The training focused…
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CBH: Cleaning And Disinfection Training For A Safer Workspace
Central Board of Health Antigua and Barbuda (CBH): On March 27, 2025 custodians at Immigration Department participated in a Cleaning and Disinfection Training aimed at enhancing workplace hygiene and safety. A clean office space is essential for maintaining a healthy environment, reducing the spread of germs, and ensuring the well-being of employees and visitors. This training…
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Hazardous Marine Conditions For Small Crafts
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageSmall Craft AdvisoryAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services6:00 pm Friday 28 March, 2025 …Small craft advisory for Antigua, Barbuda, Anguilla, the British Virgin Islands, Montserrat, St. Kitts and Nevis … Locations to be affected: Mainly, open waters on the Eastern and Northern sides of the islands out to 20 nautical miles. Timing:…
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CBH: Enhancing Food Safety For Vulnerable Groups
Central Board of Health Antigua and Barbuda (CBH): On March 26th, the Food Safety Team from Clarevue Psychiatric Hospital and Care Project participated in an essential Food Safety Training facilitated by Ms. Julienne Mannix, Principal Public Health Inspector. As institutions that provide care for vulnerable groups, ensuring safe food handling from receipt to table is critical.…
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Powerful Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake Rocks Myanmar
United States Geological Survey (USGS): Notable quake, preliminary info: M 7.7 – 16 km NNW of Sagaing, Myanmar: , DYFI? – VIII, Time – 2025-03-28 06:20:54 UTC (2025-03-28 06:20:54 UTC (at epicenter), Location: 22.013°N 95.922°E, | Depth: 10.00 km (6.21 mi) The March 28, 2025, M7.7 earthquake near Mandalay, Burma (Myanmar), occurred as the result…
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