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International Disaster Day Focuses on Early Warning
National Office of Disaster Services (NODS); PRESS RELEASE: This year’s International Day of Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR), being celebrated today (Thursday 13th October), brings attention to the importance of early warning with the theme “Early Warning for all”. The United Nations General Assembly has designated October 13 as the International Day to promote a global…
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No Hospitalizations as COVID-19 Cases Remain Low
(Dashboard Update for October 12, 2022) The most recent report received by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment revealed seven (7) new COVID-19 cases in Antigua and Barbuda as of October 7, 2022, at 6pm. One (1) case was recorded on September 30th, three (3) on October 3rd, and one (1) on October…
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Customs and Excise Division Issues Fraud Alert
The Antigua and Barbuda Customs and Excise Division wishes to advise members of the public that it has received reports that persons under the guise of Customs Officers may be approaching unsuspectingmembers of the business community in an attempt to scam them out of sums of money. The Division views this matter extremely serious and…
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Air Quality Down to Moderate Levels
Air Quality Bulletin | Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services12:30 PM | Wednesday 12 October 2022 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 has fallen to moderate levels as a result of particulate matters 2.5…
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Missing Swetes Teen Returns Home
Xavier Ashton of Swetes who was reported missing is now back at home among family. The teen reportedly left home Monday afternoon and was not heard from, which prompted a search into his whereabouts. He returned home around 5pm on Tuesday 11th October 2022. The police are conducting further investigations into the matter.
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DOE and NODS Host Shelter Management Workshop
The Department of Environment (DOE), in collaboration with the National Office of Disaster Services (NODS), recently completed the hosting of a five-day Shelter Management Workshop for over twenty participants from faith-based organizations who have received grant funding from the Department of Environment under the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Enhanced Direct Access (EDA) Project, along with…
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Missing Swetes Youth
The family of 16-year-old Xavier Ashton of Swetes is asking for assistance in knowing his whereabouts. Xavier was last seen sometime yesterday afternoon in Swetes. Several attempts were made to contact him but were unsuccessful. If you have any information as to his whereabouts, please contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913.
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Mental Health and Well-Being for All a Global Priority
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. October 2022. “Mental health, neurological and substance use disorders” are a significant cause of disability globally. In the Americas these conditions account for about 20% of the total disability burden. They are surpassed only by non-communicable chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, which account for about 60%…
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Antigua and Barbuda to be Represented at EMS World Expo 2022
Antigua and Barbuda Emergency Medical Services (ABEMS) will be represented at the EMS World Expo 2022 taking place in Orlando, Florida from October 12-14. Deputy Supervisor Morvin Fiedtkou, Administrative Supervisor Vermalie Brodie along with Shift Supervisors, Tundea Bruce, Joanna Otto and Courtney Kellman travelled to Orlando to attend the expo. For more than 30 years,…
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COVID-19 Cases Declining as Work Continues on Healthcare Infrastructure
CABINET NOTES: The Minister of Health indicated that the COVID-19 pandemic has clearly been on the decline but cautions the vulnerable to continue to practice good hand hygiene and other measures. Those who have not yet been vaccinated are still encouraged to do so. The Health Ministry will begin to screen for Rheumatic Fever, the…
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Message from Hon. Dean Jonas on the Recent Gender-Based Home Invasions
Message from Hon. Dean Jonas on the Recent Gender-Based Home Invasions As Minister with responsibility for Gender Affairs, it is important for me to ensure that steps are being taken to protect vulnerable groups and to make sure that they are safe and protected from all acts of violence. In recent months, women have been…
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Traffic Interventions in Effect During Ongoing Roadworks
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda Second Road Infrastructure rehabilitation Project is still ongoing with roadwork underway on Valley Road North (VRN), Sir Sydney Walling Highway and Old Parham Road. There are traffic interventions in some areas with the traffic being controlled by flag persons. No parking is in effect on a section of VRN from…
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