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Rafael Approaching Jamaica As Tropical Storm Conditions Are Expected
At 700 PM EST (0000 UTC), the center of Tropical Storm Rafael was located by Air Force Reconnaissance aircraft near latitude 15.8 North, longitude 76.9 West. Rafael is now moving toward the north-northwest near 9 mph (15 km/h). A more northwestward motion is expected to begin later tonight and forecast to continue for the next…
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Potential Tropical Cyclone 18 Meanders In The South Central Caribbean
At 700 PM EST (0000 UTC), the disturbance center was estimated near latitude 13.0 North, longitude 76.9 West. The system is currently drifting slowly, but is expected to soon begin moving toward the north near 7 mph (11 km/h). A turn to the northwest is expected to occur tomorrow and continue for the next few…
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ICT Ministry Issues Hacking Warning To WhatsApp Users
ABS Television/Radio: The Ministry of Information and Communication Technologies is issuing a warning to WhatsApp users, amidst a fresh wave of hacking attempts. The Ministry’s Cyber Security and Communications departments say unscrupulous individuals are targeting unsuspecting users of the app. Members of the public are being advised to be on the alert for a WhatsApp…
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Weather Officials Continue To Monitor Two Low-Pressure Systems
Southwestern Caribbean Sea:Disorganized showers and thunderstorms over the southwestern Caribbean Sea are associated with a broad area of low pressure. Gradual development of this system is expected, and a tropicaldepression is likely to form within the next few days while thesystem moves generally northward to northwestward over the central and western Caribbean Sea. Regardless of…
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Subtropical Storm Patty Forms Over The Northern Atlantic
At 900 AM GMT (0900 UTC), the center of Subtropical Storm Patty was located near latitude 39.9 North, longitude 34.4 West. The storm is moving toward the east-southeast near 7 mph (11 km/h). A faster east-southeastward motion is expected through tonight, followed by a turn toward the east and east-northeast on Sunday and Monday. Maximum…
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Flash Flood Watch In Effect For The British Virgin Islands And Anguilla
TAPABULLETINFLASH FLOOD WATCHANTIGUA AND BARBUDA METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES 8 PM ECT THU, OCT 31, 2024 A flash flood watch remains in effect for low lying and flood-prone areas of the British Virgin Islands and Anguilla until 12 pm Friday 1st November. A flash flood watch means that moderate to major flooding is possible but not imminent in…
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Increased Rainfall Expected For The Northern And Northeast Caribbean
Dale Destin – 268Weather – Parts of the northern and northeast Caribbean could see in excess of 250 mm (10 inches) of rain in the next 10 days. Light and thunder are also likely. Be aware of flash floods and lightning strikes.
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Light 4.5 Magnitude Earthquake Recorded Near Guadeloupe
UWI, SRC – Automatic Earthquake Location DATE AND TIME: 2024-10-31 11:22 am (Local Time) 2024-10-31 15:22 (UTC) MAGNITUDE: 4.5 LOCATION: Latitude: 15.97N | Longitude: 60.94W Depth: 49 km NEARBY CITIES: Point-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, 73 km, SE Roseau, Dominica, 89 km, NE Fort-de-France, Martinique, 153 km, N *distance and direction to epicenter DISCLAIMER: This preliminary location has…
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NOTICE: Farmers’ Registration
Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Barbuda Affairs: Attention all agro-processors, beekeepers, crop farmers & livestock farmers Please be advised that the identification card programme is ongoing. If you work in the agricultural industry, it is in your best interest to get registered today or as soon as possible. The Ministry of Agriculture is appealing to…
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High Surf Warning For The BVI, Anguilla, Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts And Nevis
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageHigh Surf WarningAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services3:10 pm Wednesday 30th October, 2024 …High surf warning for the British Virgin Islands, Anguilla, Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts and Nevis… Locations to be affected: Reefs and mainly exposed northern and north-facing coastlines with relatively shallow, gentle to moderately sloping, nearshore areas. Timing: From midnight…
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Significant Swell Event To Occur Across The Northern Caribbean
Dale Destin – 268Weather: The first significant swell event for the swell season is to occur across the northern Caribbean in 24 hours. This will cause a high risk to life and property near mainly northern coastal areas. Residents should take action necessary to protect themselves.
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Antigua And Barbuda Strengthens Lifeguard Skills With Specialized Lifesaving Instructor And Examiner Training
St. John’s Antigua; October 28, 2024: The Beach Safety and Security Unit (BSSU) within the Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation, and Investment, in collaboration with the Canadian Lifesaving Society, commenced a specialized Lifesaving Instructor and Examiner Course today, marking a significant milestone in Antigua and Barbuda’s journey toward self-reliance in beach safety. This training,…
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