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Antigua and Barbuda’s Flash Flood Season: What You Need to Know
Dale C. S. Destin: Antigua and Barbuda is now officially in the flash flood season, which runs from September to November, a subseason of the wet season. With September underway, the country has entered a period known for excessive rainfall and increased flash flood risks. The flash flood season typically brings 399.3 mm (15.72 in) of rainfall,…
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Tropical Systems Continue To Show Signs Of Development
For the North Atlantic… Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico: 1. Central Subtropical Atlantic (Remnants of Gordon):An area of low pressure, associated with the remnants of Gordon, is producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms more than a thousand miles southwest of the Azores. Due to strong upper-level winds, any additional development of this system is…
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Air Quality Returns To Good Levels For Antigua And Barbuda
Saharan Dust Air Quality BulletinAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services5:45 pm Thursday 19 September 2024 Air Quality Index (AQI) Based on Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5) and 10 (PM10) Concentration Air quality category: GoodLocation: Antigua and BarbudaTiming: Until… Synopsis: Minimal Saharan Dust and or PM2.5 and PM10 at present. No action is required. Alert Level: I Air…
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Family Of The Late Mariel Daniel Expresses Gratitude To EMS With Tokens Of Appreciation
The family of the late Mariel Daniel has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated staff of the Antigua and Barbuda Emergency Medical Services (ABEMS) for the care and professionalism demonstrated during the treatment and transport of their loved one. In a gesture of appreciation, the family presented personalized mugs to the ABEMS staff as a…
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Iandre Williams In Police Custody
STRATCOM: Iandre Williams, who was sought by the police for questioning has surrendered. The Villa resident turned himself in at the St. John’s Police Station Wednesday morning. Further investigations are ongoing into allegations of a shooting incident at Villa, last Wednesday. Initial Story:
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Excessive Heat Warning Remains In Effect For Another Week
Urgent – Immediate Broadcast RequestedExcessive Heat WarningAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services12:40 pm Monday 16 September 2024 …Excessive Heat Warning in Effect for Antigua and Barbuda 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Until Next Tuesday… Heat Index or Feels-Like Temperature: 41 °C or 106 °F or higher.Location: Antigua and Barbuda.Timing: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. until next…
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Police Mobilising Search Team For Missing Paynter’s Man, Whitney Simpson
The police are mobilising a team from various departments and units to conduct an extensive search for Whitney Simpson of Paynter’s. The search will commence at 9 AM on Wednesday 18th September 2024, in the Grays Farm area, covering as many areas as possible. The missing man’s family will also join the search team. All…
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New Mental Health Act Gets First Reading In Parliament
CABINET NOTES: The first reading of the Mental Health Act is now before the parliament. The new piece of legislation is intended to improve the conditions that mental health patients experience at the Clarevue Mental Hospital. The Cabinet also began negotiations with the owners of a significant property that could serve as a mental hospital after certain…
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NOTICE: Police Theatrical Presentation Postponed
The general public is advised that the Police Theatrical Presentation slated for Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th September 2024 has been postponed until Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th September 2024. The Police organization apologises for any inconveniences these date changes may have caused. The public is asked to come out in your usual large numbers…
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Excessive Heat Watch Upgraded To A Warning
Urgent – Immediate Broadcast RequestedExcessive Heat WarningAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services9:30 am Saturday 14 September 2024 …Excessive Heat Warning in Effect for Antigua and Barbuda 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Until Friday… Heat Index or Feels-Like Temperature: 41 °C or 106 °F or higher.Location: Antigua and Barbuda.Timing: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. until Friday. Synopsis:…
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Final Updated 2024 Rainfall Prediction For Antigua: Above Normal Rainfall Expected
Dale C. S. Destin: Antigua is set to experience a notably wetter-than-normal year, according to the latest forecast from 268Weather. This year is on track to potentially be one of the wettest on record, with the year-to-date rainfall already ranking among the top ten rainiest periods in history. Forecast Details Antigua is most likely to…
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