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NOTICE: Single Lane Traffic On Anchorage Road
Ministry of Works: This is an urgent announcement of single-lane traffic on Anchorage Road (AR) to facilitate asphalt works. Please be advised that Percival’s Service Station and KFC Fort Road are still OPEN for business.
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Two Full Emergencies Declared At VCBIA Within Twelve Hours
Thursday, 13th February 2025, ABS Television/Radio: An Air Canada commercial flight with 120 people on board made an emergency landing at V.C. Bird International Airport, (VCBIA) after developing mechanical problems. A full emergency was declared at the airport for the second time within 12 hours. The plane had taken off from V.C. Bird Airport at…
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TOBAGO: Two Fishermen Missing At Sea
TEMA (Tobago Emergency Management Agency): Two fishermen have been reported missing after failing to return from a fishing trip on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. According to reports, the men departed Pigeon Point Fish Port around 6:00 AM aboard a white and blue open-top fiberglass pirogue with registration TFT 1528 – XENA (interior sky blue). They…
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APUA: Emergency Power Outage
The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) Electricity Business wishes to inform customers in a section of Swetes and Buckleys of an emergency outage currently affecting the area. Our teams are actively working to resolve the issue to restore power as quickly as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Thank you for…
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APUA Apologises For Unplanned Power Outage
Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA): The Electricity Business Unit sincerely apologises to our valued customers for the unplanned outage that affected the entire network at 3:13 AM on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. The outage was caused by damage to the sky wire on the 69kV transmission line at the Lavington Substation. This activated our system…
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Hazardous Marine Conditions Expected As Small Craft Warning Goes Into Effect
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageSmall Craft WarningAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services11:40 am Tuesday 11 February, 2025 …Small craft warning for Antigua, Barbuda and the British Virgin Islands… Locations to be affected: Mainly open waters north and east of the islands. Timing: From Wednesday midday until Sunday afternoon for BarbudaFrom Wednesday afternoon until Sunday afternoon for…
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Annual Caribe Wave Tsunami Exercise Aims To Test Tsunami Response
In anticipation of the 2025 Caribe Wave Tsunami Exercise, the National Office of Disaster Services (NODS) is urging various agencies, departments, schools, organisations, and businesses to take part in this very important drill. This yearly exercise is scheduled to take place on Thursday, March 20th, at 11:00 AM and is designed to promote tsunami awareness…
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High Wind Advisory Goes Into Effect For Antigua And Barbuda
Urgent – Weather MessageHigh Wind AdvisoryAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services9:50 pm Tuesday 11 February 2025 …High wind advisory goes into effect tonight for Antigua and Barbuda… Locations to be affected: Especially exposed coastal waters and elevated and open terrains, on the windward side of the islands. Timing: Midnight Tuesday until Friday Night. Synopsis: Strong gusty…
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Minister Of Health Congratulates Dr. Shivon Belle-Jarvis On Appointment As Medical Director
The Honorable Sir Molwyn Joseph, Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs, extends warm and heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Shivon Belle-Jarvis on her recent appointment as the Medical Director at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. Dr. Belle-Jarvis, an accomplished pediatric consultant and public health advocate, brings a wealth of expertise, dedication, and leadership…
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Small Craft Advisory Issued For Antigua, Barbuda, Anguilla And The BVI
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageSmall Craft AdvisoryAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services10:15 pm Monday 10 February, 2025 …Small craft advisory for Antigua, Barbuda, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands … Locations to be affected: Mainly, open waters on the Eastern and Northern sides of the islands out to 20 nautical miles. Timing: Until Saturday morning for…
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APUA Bids Farewell To Ian Lewis, Water Business Unit Manager
The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) bids farewell to Ian Lewis, Water Business Unit Manager, after a 36-year career with the organisation, just one month shy of 37 years of dedicated service. Ian’s contributions extended beyond national borders. He served as Secretary to the Caribbean Water and Sewage Association, a former Director of the Caribbean…
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CARPHA Announces Dr. Lisa Indar As New Executive Director
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. February 10, 2025: The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Lisa Indar as the new Executive Director, effective February 1st 2025. Dr. Indar previously held the position of Ad Interim Executive Director of CARPHA, from July 2024, having served in her substantive post of…
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