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TOBAGO: Flow Of Hydrocarbons From Vessel Has Stopped
Tobago Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) – The hydrocarbon discharge emanating from the overturned vessel located off the coast of Cove, Tobago has stopped. This was confirmed by an underwater survey conducted by T&T Salvage/QT Environmental. The team from T&T Salvage/QT Environmental indicated that the compartments of the vessel from which hydrocarbon was leaking are now filled…
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Happy International Women’s Day From SIDS4!
Today, as we celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions of women around the world, we also reflect on the crucial importance of investing in women to accelerate progress towards gender equality. This year’s theme, “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” resonates deeply with our mission at the 4th International Small Island Developing States Conference (SIDS4). We…
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APUA Providing More Than 12 Million Gallons Of Potable Water Daily
CABINET NOTES – The Cabinet held a discussion about the state of our country’s roads and about the provision of potable water to households, hotels, businesses and institutions. The Minister of the Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) confirmed that the provision of potable water has reached more than 12 million gallons daily—7 million from Reverse…
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NOTICE: CBH Food Handler’s Training
The public is being asked to be aware of the following upcoming Food Handlers’ Training sessions by the Central Board of Health (CBH).
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Notice Of Nassau Grouper, Red Hind And Coney Closed Season
Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF) – Please be advised that the closed season for the Nassau Grouper Red Hind and Coney begins January 1st to March 31st 2024. During the closed season, no person shall fish for, take, place for sale, purchase or have in his possession Nassau grouper, Red Hind and Coney. Any…
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WFP To Provide Access To Critical Resources During The 2024 Hurricane Season
World Food Programme (WFP) – It’s exactly 3 months before the start of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane season. The Caribbean is ranked as the second most hazard prone area in the world. A single impact has left countries with losses amounting to 200 percent of GDP. Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the Caribbean region…
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CBH: Fogging Schedule On Antigua
The Central Board of Health (CBH) wishes to advise the general public that as part of the Mosquito Control Program for the Adult Aedes aegypti Mosquito, the Vector Control Unit will be conducting fogging operations in the following areas commencing 4:30am & 4:30pm.
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High Surf Warning In Effect For The BVI; Life-Threatening Conditions Expected
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageHigh Surf WarningAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services11:50 am Sunday 03 March 2024 …High surf warning goes into effect Monday for the British Virgin Islands (BVI)… …High surf warning is likely for some other areas in the next 48 hours… Locations to be affected: Reefs and mainly exposed northern and north-facing coastlines…
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High Surf Advisory In Effect; Beachgoers Should Be Extremely Cautious
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageHigh Surf AdvisoryAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services11:30 am Sunday 03 March 2024 …High surf advisory in effect for Barbuda, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands… …High surf advisory goes into effect later today for Antigua, Montserrat, St. Kitts and Nevis… Locations to be affected: Reefs and exposed northern and north-facing coastlines…
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