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CDEMA Strengthens Emergency Operations Centre Capacity In Antigua And Barbuda
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 CDEMA, through its Regional Training Centre, is conducting Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) Management Training at the National Office of Disaster Services (NODS) in Antigua and Barbuda, bringing together 33 participants from seven territories across the CDEMA system. The training aims to strengthen participantsβ ability to manage…
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New SOFAR Spotter Buoy Deployed Between Antigua And Barbuda
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 and Barbuda Meteorological Services (ABMS): A new SOFAR Spotter Buoy has been successfully deployed in the waters between Antigua and Barbuda, strengthening our capacity to monitor ocean and marine conditions. Members of the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services (ABMS), Antigua and Barbuda Fisheries Division, Antigua…
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MBS Pharmacy Recall: Atorvastatin Lots Affected And Next Steps
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 STATE MEDIA: As part of the response to the pharmaceutical recall notice issued by the Department of Pharmaceutical Services, Ministry of Health, on August 17, 2026, the Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS) reviewed its pharmacy records and confirmed that two of the recalled lots of Atorvastatin may…
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NOAA: 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Seasonal Outlook August Update
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Forecasters from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Weather Service updated the number of expected named storms to 7-13 (with winds of 39 mph or greater), of which 2-6 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or greater), including 0-2 major hurricanes (winds of…
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Recall Of Three Pharmaceutical Products
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 Department of Pharmaceutical Services within the Ministry of Health, Wellness, the Environment and Civil Service Affairs advises the public, healthcare providers, pharmacies, wholesalers, distributors and other stakeholders of the recall of three pharmaceutical products known to have been distributed within the State of Antigua and…
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Air Quality Drops To Moderate Levels
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Air Quality BulletinAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service2:00 pm Sunday 16 August 2026 Air Quality Index Based on Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5) and 10 (PM10) Concentrations Location: Antigua and BarbudaAir quality category: ModerateTiming: Until Monday night. Synopsis: The air quality has returned to moderate levels due to…
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New LED Lighting Introduces A Bright Future For Airline Operations
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Another important milestone has been reached in the rehabilitation of the airfield at the V.C. Bird International. We have successfully transitioned from the legacy Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) system to a new LED system. The switchover involved the integration, testing, verification and operational commissioning of multiple…
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Small Craft Warning In Effect For Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts, Nevis, Montserrat, Anguilla And The British Virgin Islands
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Urgent β Marine Weather MessageSmall Craft WarningAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service – ABMS6:00 pm Friday 14 August 2026 Locations to be affected: Mainly open waters. Timing: Until Sunday night for Antigua and Barbuda; midnight tonight until midafternoonSaturday for St. Kitts, Nevis and Montserrat and midnight tonight…
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Tropical Cyclone Alert For The Leewards And BVI Discontinued
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 WHCA31 TAPATROPICAL CYCLONE INFORMATION STATEMENT (AL92)ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES12:00AM ECT FRI, AUG 14, 2026 The area of disturbed weather (al92) that we have been monitoring has been impacted by hostile atmospheric conditions and development into a tropical cyclone is unlikely. As a result, the Tropical…
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High Wind Advisory In Effect For Antigua, Barbuda, Montserrat, St. Kitts, Nevis, Anguilla And The BVI
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Urgent β Weather MessageHigh Wind AdvisoryAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services4:00 pm Friday 14 August 2026 Locations to be affected: Especially exposed coastal waters and elevated and open terrains, on the windward side of the islands. Timing: This evening, around 8 pm, until mid-afternoon Saturday, around 2…
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NODS Staff Strengthen Life-Saving Skills Through CPR Training
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Today personnel from the National Office of Disaster Services (NODS) participated in an engaging and practical Training session conducted by Emergency Medical Services (EMS), further strengthening their preparedness and ability to respond effectively during emergencies. The interactive training provided NODS staff with valuable knowledge and hands-on…
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Tropical Alert Statement For The Leeward Islands And British Virgin Islands
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 WHCA31 TAPATROPICAL ALERT STATEMENTANTIGUA AND BARBUDA METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES4:01 PM ECT THU, AUG 13, 2026 Al92 continues in the monitored area.. At 2pm ect, the area of disturbed weather associated with AL92 was located approximately 1000 miles east of the leeward islands and British Virgin Islands. The…
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