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CARPHA Closely Monitoring Reported Hantavirus Outbreak
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is closely monitoring a reported hantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship travel and has issued a Watching Brief to support Member States with timely public health guidance. While the current risk to the Caribbean is considered low, CARPHA continues to…
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CARPHA Urges Vigilance As Hantavirus Cluster Reported on Cruise Ship; Regional Risk Considered Low
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. 06 May, 2026.Β The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is advising its Member States and the public that the risk of infection of hantavirus is low in the Caribbean region. On 02 May, 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) was…
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NOTICE: Roadworks On Lauchland Benjamin Drive
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Ministry of Works wishes to advise the general public that infrastructure works are scheduled for a section of Lauchland Benjamin Drive (LBD). To facilitate these works, a detour will be implemented at 7:00 pm on Thursday, 7th May 2026, until further notice. Travelling on LBD…
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CBH Conducts Food Safety Training For Caribana Vendors
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Central Board of Health (CBH): Public Health Inspectors from the Central Board of Health recently collaborated with their collegues from the Barbuda Public Health Department to conduct a Food Safety Training session, just in time for the upcoming Caribana festivities. The timely initiative was aimed to…
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Strengthening Tsunami Preparedness Across The Caribbean
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA): The CDEMA Coordinating Unit is represented in Willemstad, CuraΓ§ao, for the Second Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme (TRRP) Summit and the Nineteenth Session of the ICG/CARIBE-EWS, held from 22β24 April 2026. These regional engagements bring together National Disaster Offices, tsunami focal…
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CDEMA And MapAction Collaborate On Geospatial Capacity Building
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA): A team from CDEMA met with Gergely Fricz, Geospatial Coordinator at MapAction, to discuss strengthening regional geospatial and information management support for disaster preparedness and response. The meeting focused on operationalising the CDEMAβMapAction MoU, support to the Regional Coordination Centre…
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Hotter, Drier Days Ahead Due To El NiΓ±o: Why Antigua And Barbuda And the Rest Of The Region Must Prepare Now
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Dale C. S. Destin β As climate signals point to theΒ development of El NiΓ±o, the Caribbean is being urged to brace forΒ hotter,Β drier conditionsΒ in the months ahead. For Antigua and Barbuda, this is not just a forecastβit is a familiar and serious threat. What El NiΓ±o Means…
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WIOC Introduces New Safety Measure For LPG Cylinder Deliveries
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The West Indies Oil Company (WIOC) is urging customers to look out for a new safety feature designed to protect households that rely on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders. The initiative introduces a tamper-evident red safety seal on full LPG cylinders to ensure customers receive safe,…
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Coull Graham Named Employee Of The Month At ABEMS For March 2026
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Antigua and Barbuda Emergency Medical Services (ABEMS) proudly congratulates Mr. Coull Graham, EMT #297 on being selected as Employee of the Month for March 2026. This recognition, awarded by the Stronger United Committee of ABEMS, highlights individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to service, professionalism, and…
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Notice Of Lobster And Parrotfish Closed Season
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Antigua & Barbuda Fisheries Division: Please be advised that the closed season for the Caribbean spiny lobster begins on the 1st day of May and ends on the 30th day of June. During the closed season, no person shall fish for, take, place for sale, purchase…
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APUA Linesmen Win 2nd Place At Regional CARILEC Linesworker Rodeo Competition
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) is proud to celebrate our incredible team, who represented us at the CARILEC Linesworker Rodeo in Dominica this past weekend! Bringing home 2nd place in both the Experienced and Apprentice categories is no small feat; itβs a true testament to…
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ABMS Mourns The Passing Of Philbert Mason, Former Deputy Director
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service (ABMS) mourns the passing of Mr. Philbert Mason, former Deputy Director and a pioneering figure in meteorology in Antigua and Barbuda, who passed away this morning in New York at the age of 75 years. Mr. Mason dedicated 37 years…
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