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Navigating The Heat Season: Staying Safe in The Summer Sun
Dale C. S. Destin | – As we welcome the heat season in Antigua and Barbuda, it’s crucial to be mindful of the potential harm that excessive heat can pose, especially to the most vulnerable members of our community. From soaring temperatures to intense sun rays, the summer months require us to take proactive steps…
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Health Ministry Announces Resumption Of Services At Clare Hall Health Center
The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Social Transformation, and the Environment is pleased to announce the resumption of services at the Clare Hall Health Center on May 13th, 2024. After undergoing extensive upgrades and maintenance, the facility is ready to resume its vital services to the community. The temporary relocation of services, which began on July…
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SNRA Introduces Drivers’ Education Classes
The Sir Novelle Richards Academy (SNRA) has become the first educational institution in Antigua and Barbuda to successfully introduce Drivers’ Education Classes for students 15 years and older. The course is being delivered in collaboration with the Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board (ABTB). The students began the course in February 2024, and the curriculum is…
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CDEMA And Canada Sign MOU Ahead Of The 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) – Executive Director of CDEMA Ms. Elizabeth Riley and High Commissioner of Canada H.E. Lilian Chatterjee signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) ahead of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, reaffirming their intended collaboration in response to the impact of natural hazards in the region. First announced by Prime Minister…
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NODS: Flash Flood Watch Goes Into Effect From 10am To 4pm
A flash flood watch goes into effect today (Friday) from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This means that moderate to major flooding is possible. According to information from the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Office, a low-level trough over the area is likely to combine with daytime instability later this afternoon. These conditions could lead to…
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Flash Flood Watch Issued For Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts And Nevis
TAPA BULLETIN FLASH FLOOD WATCH ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES 9:00 AM ECT FRI, MAY 10, 2024 A flash flood watch is in effect for low lying and flood prone areas of Antigua, Barbuda, S. Kitts and Nevis, valid from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. this this afternoon. A flash flood watch means that moderate…
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Regional Response Mechanism To Benefit From Communications Systems Training
Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) – Senior Programme Officer of Telecommunications at CDEMA, Mr. Courtney King, recently participated in a Barret High Frequency Radio Communications Systems Training in Australia aimed at supporting the improvement, upgrading and standardization of telecommunications of the CDEMA CU and its Participating States. The last major upgrade of the emergency…
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Air Quality Down To Moderate Levels
Air Quality Index Based on Particulate Matters 2.5 (PM2.5) and 10 (PM10) Concentration The air quality is down to moderate levels as a result of particulate matters 2.5 and 10, associated with the sixth surge in Saharan Dust for the country in 2024. The threat of health problems is elevated, for mainly unusually sensitive people,…
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Earthquake Struck During Cabinet Prayers
CABINET NOTES – As is the custom, a prayer from a priest marks the opening the Cabinet meeting weekly. An earthquake shook the building as the prayer was being said; everyone stood still despite the shaking lasting approximately 20 seconds. After the prayers, the Chairman of Cabinet, Prime Minister Browne, called on the relevant authority who…
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Flash Flood Advisory For Antigua and Barbuda Extended
TAPABULLETINFLASH FLOOD ADVISORYANTIGUA AND BARBUDA METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES2:00 PM ECT THU, MAY 9, 2024 ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA A flash flood advisory remains in effect for minor flooding in low lying and flood prone areas of antigua until 5 pm today. A flood advisory means that streams, creeks and drains may be elevated or even overflowing into…
