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The UWI Seismic Research Centre Cops Global Award for Managing La Soufrière Crisis
The UWI Seismic Research Centre, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago W.I. June 17, 2022 – High commendation was bestowed on The University of the West Indies (The UWI) from the world’s leading global volcanological association. The regional University’s Seismic Research Centre (UWI SRC), located at the St Augustine Campus, was announced as winner of the…
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COVID-19 a Diminishing Threat in Antigua and Barbuda
CABINET NOTES The Minister of Health reported that the supply of AstraZeneca for the fight against COVID-19 is now exhausted and a re-supply is being sought from partners who have demonstrated charity and goodwill in the past. The Minister of Health also noted that COVID-19 is diminishing as a threat to the Antigua and Barbuda…
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The Safety of Minors Addressed at Cabinet Level
CABINET NOTES The Cabinet also learned that several drivers have been preying upon youth, violating the Sexual Offenses Act (against minors). New measures will be put in place to catch and arrest those who engage in activities that offend the law against minors. Cabinet abhors violations of young children and will act to ensure that…
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Breach of Electrical Installation Caused Electrocution at Green Bay Residence
APUA PRESS RELEASE The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) Electricity Business Unit responded to a report of electrocution at George Street Green Bay on Tuesday 14 June 2022 at approximately 21:16 hrs. Our preliminary investigations found that the property where the incident occurred shares a fence with an apartment building. The apartment building’s electricity service…
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APUA: Power Interruptions to Continue
ELECTRICITY NOTICE Please be advised that the Black Pine Power Plant and the Antigua Power Company have been experiencing technical issues affecting our generation and distribution capabilities. These issues, regrettably have resulted in power interruptions throughout the day in various communities. The technicians are working to address these issues in the safest and shortest possible…
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Country Pond Cleaned in Preparation for the Hurricane Season
Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Barbuda Affairs – Phase two of the Country Pond cleaning began over the Whit weekend under the direct supervision of the Forestry Division within the Department of Agriculture. On Sunday, June 5th trees that were grossly overarching on the eastern side were pruned and truckloads of the debris were carted…
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APUA: Water Distribution Delayed
Tuesday 14 June 2022 Water Distribution Update UPDATE: Please note that service to Jonas Rd and other areas has been postponed until further notice Two broken 12″ transmission lines have delayed water distribution to areas initially scheduled for 6:00 pm to 3:00 am this evening. In the interim we have diverted and are now servicing…
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APUA: Power Interruptions Expected
ELECTRICITY NOTICE We are currently experiencing technical issues at the Black Pine Power Plant. As a consequence, some communities are experiencing an interruption to their power supply. Kindly be assured that our technicians are already assessing this issue and will be working to resolve the problem in the safest and shortest possible time. The APUA…
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Currently No Confirmed Cases of Monkeypox in its Member States
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago- CARPHA – According to the latest report from the World Health Organization (WHO), the count of confirmed cases of Monkeypox has passed 700 across Europe, Australia, North America, South America, and the Middle East, where the virus is not endemic. “To date, no confirmed cases of Monkeypox have been reported in…
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ABDF Coast Guard Issues Statement on Search and Rescue Mission
ABDF COAST GUARD CONDUCTS SAR FOR DROWNING VICTIM On 12 June 2022 at about 6:56am, the Coast Guard received a report of a man who fell into the water near Pillar of Hercules. The initial report received by the Coast Guard indicated that he could not swim and was in distress. He was one of…
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Broken Main Causing Disruptions to Water Distribution Schedule
APUA WATER NOTICE A broken 12″ main on Old Parham Road east of the Sir Vivian Richards stadium has interrupted today’s scheduling for Cassada Gardens 1,2,3, Villa, Skerritt’s Pasture, Lower Gambles, Dry Hill, Point, Fort Road and Runaway beach area. Our maintenance team will carry out repairs today and we will update you on the…
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