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NHC Begins Routine Issuance Of The Atlantic Basin Tropical Weather Outlook For 2023
NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center (NHC) – Tropical cyclone formation is not expected during the next 7 days. Monday, May 15th, marks the first day of routine issuance of the Atlantic basin Tropical Weather Outlook in 2023. This product describes significant areas of disturbed weather and their potential for tropical cyclone formation during the next…
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U.S Embassy Announces New Procedure For Receiving Passports
U.S. Embassy Bridgetown – The U.S. Embassy in Barbados has a new procedure for receiving passports. As of May 19, we will no longer accept packages mailed directly to the U.S. Embassy—packages received after this date will be returned to the sender without visa action. Please follow the updated instructions you received in your email…
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First Cyclone Of 2023 Atlantic Season Formed In The Atlantic Basin
NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center – The National Hurricane Center (NHC) determined that a subtropical storm formed in the Atlantic Basin in mid-January 2023. Through the course of typical re-assessment of weather systems in the National Hurricane Center’s (NHC) area of responsibility, NHC hurricane specialists have determined that an area of low pressure that formed…
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Ultraviolet Index To Reach Extreme Levels
Dale Destin – 268Weather – (Ultraviolet) UV Index to reach extreme levels from Saturday 13th May 2023 and for the next few days. Extreme UV radiation can be very harmful to human health. It can burn and damage the skin and eyes relatively easily. Take precaution: 1. Avoid direct sunlight during peak hours: The peak…
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Dale C. S Destin: Wettest April In A Decade
Dale C. S. Destin – April is known for its showers across the globe, but for Antigua, it was an unusually wet month this year. It was the wettest April in a decade for the Country with 118.1 mm (4.65 in). This is over 153% of the normal total for the month, which typically sees…
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National Services Sector Baseline Survey Project Commences
Call for participation in the Antigua and Barbuda National Services Sector Baseline Survey Project – The Ministry of Trade announces the commencement of the National Services Sector Baseline Survey Project. This project targets service providers across all sectors and is designed to assess the nature of the service sector in Antigua and Barbuda. By participating in…
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CDEMA Conducts Logistics System Training In Saint Vincent & The Grenadines
Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA); May 10, 2023- Kingstown – A team from the CDEMA Preparedness & Response Department (PRD) is conducting Logistics System Training with Emergency agencies in Saint Vincent & the Grenadines. Logistics Specialist II, Mr. Cayle Francis-Thornhill and Logistics Specialist l, Mr. Kevon Campbell are working with Mr. Geoff Chao of…
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ST LUCIA: Caribbean Safe Schools Programme Launched
Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) – Caribbean Safe Schools Recognition Programme (CSSP) was launched on Monday, May 8, 2023, in Castries, Saint Lucia. The activity is part of a project being implemented in six countries by the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), with funding from the Government of Norway and UNICEF. The CSSP…
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VIDEO: “Fun Over Gun”!
The youth of Antigua and Barbuda in Gen-Ge under the auspices of SPARK are joining forces to encourage their peers to put an end to the VIOLENCE. Let me hear you say, “FUN over GUN”! We would like to thank our partners who made this possible: Ignite 268, Drastic, Joel B. Reyes, and Zea Wiltshire…
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Heart And Stroke Foundation On A Mission To Reduce Non-Communicable Diseases
Heart & Stroke Foundation, Antigua and Barbuda – Our larger-than-life mascot Arter has been busy spreading his heart-healthy messages in the nation’s schools – raising both smiles and awareness along the way. The vibrant character has been interacting with children at TN Kirnon Primary, St John’s Catholic Primary and the Seventh-Day Adventist School, inspiring them…
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Police Address Concerns Of Youth Violence And Crime
The administration of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda is concerned about the growing trend of violence and crime that is being perpetrated by the youths of this country. As a result, the administration has implemented several crime-fighting measures and strategies to effectively address these and other criminal activities going forward. These include…
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Air Quality Down To Moderate Levels
Air Quality BulletinAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services2:50 pm Monday 08 May 2023 Air Quality Index Based on Particulate Matters 2.5 (PM2.5) and 10 (PM10) Concentration Air quality category: Moderate Location: Antigua and Barbuda Timing: Until Thursday Synopsis: The air quality is down to moderate levels as a result of particulate matters 2.5 and 10, associated…
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