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Weather Officials Monitoring Tropical Disturbance in Eastern Atlantic
NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center – This Thursday, a tropical wave is forecast to move off the west coast of Africa later today and early Friday. Environmental conditions are expected to be conducive for gradual development of this system while it moves generally westward to west-northwestward at 15 to 20 mph across the eastern and…
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Antigua to Experience Near-Normal Rainfall in 2023
Dale C. S. Destin: Published 11 June 2023 | Introduction – As we look ahead to the rest of the year, it’s time to unveil the latest rainfall forecast for Antigua. The updated predictions indicate that the country will most likely experience near-normal rainfall in 2023. This forecast brings both relief and anticipation for the…
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UPDATE: Wanted Willikies Suspect in Custody
STRATCOM – Dexter Scotland of Willikies, who was wanted by the Police in connection with an alleged shooting incident at Willikies is now in police custody. Scotland surrendered himself to the Police on Monday, 12 June 2023, around 8:30 am. The Police Administration wishes to thank the general public for the assistance and support that…
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CDEMA Hosts Exercise Synergy 2023 to Strengthen the Regional Response Mechanism
Bridgetown, Barbados – CDEMA hosted its fifth flagship regional exercise, SYNERGY, just ahead of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season on May 24, 2023. SYNERGY has become a staple on the agency’s calendar, to test the coordination of partners within the Regional Response Mechanism (RRM), as the Caribbean continues to exist in a complex multi-hazard environment. Speaking…
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Air Quality Drops to Moderate Levels
Air Quality BulletinAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services9:50 pm Saturday 10 June 2023 Air Quality Index Based on Particulate Matters 2.5 (PM2.5) and 10 (PM10) Concentration Air quality category: ModerateLocation: Antigua and BarbudaTiming: Sunday until Tuesday Synopsis: The air quality is to fall to moderate levels as a result of particulate matters 2.5 and 10, associated…
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Willikies Man Wanted by Police
STRATCOM: Wanted Suspect: The Police are in search of Dexter Scotland of Willikies. Scotland is alleged to be involved in the shooting incident at Willikies a week ago that left another villager hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds. The Police believe he is still armed and is therefore considered dangerous. The Police are further warning members…
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NOTICE: CBH Food Safety Training
Central Board of Health Antigua and Barbuda (CBH) – Food Safety Training will be held on the following days: -June 26 & 28, 2023 -July 6, 13 & 14, 2023 Location: -Multipurpose Centre, Perry Bay Necessities for the training session: -face mask -pen/pencil -paper/notebook Time on each day: -9am (new persons, persons who misplaced or…
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APUA Public Notices
The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) has issued the following notices.
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NOTICE: Customs Department Moving to New Location
Antigua and Barbuda Customs and Excise Division – Please be informed that we are in the process of moving from our current Church Street location to the new Administrative Building situated at the Deepwater Harbour. We also wish to advise the general public that as of Monday 12th June 2023, we will be operating from…
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Air Quality Bulletin Extended
Air Quality BulletinAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services11:00 pm Monday 05 June 2023 Air Quality Index Based on Particulate Matters 2.5 (PM2.5) and 10 (PM10) ConcentrationAir quality category: ModerateLocation: Antigua and BarbudaTiming: Until Friday. Synopsis: The air quality is down to moderate levels as a result of particulate matters 2.5 and 10, associated with a fresh…
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NOTICE: Ministry of Health Updated Mask-Wearing Policy
MINISTRY OF HEALTH – On May 5, 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the end of the public health emergency for the COVID-19 virus. However, the threat of COVID-19 and its associated risks remain, and is very evident, as the virus has not been eliminated. The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Social Transformation and the…
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Excessive Heat Advisory in Effect for Antigua and Barbuda
Urgent – Immediate Broadcast RequestedHeat Advisory – Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services10:30 pm Monday 05 June 2023 …Excessive Heat Advisory in Effect for Antigua and Barbuda 9:30 am to 4:30 pm Until Wednesday…Heat Index or Feels-Like Temperature: 38 to 41 °C or 100 to 106 °FLocation: Antigua and BarbudaTiming: 9:30 am to 4:30 pm until…
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