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Recovery Of Missing Diver Confirmed By ABDF Coast Guard
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 ABDF Coast Guard regretfully announces the recovery of the body of a 19-year-old diver who was last seen in the vicinity of Long Island. At approximately 12:35 p.m. on Friday, 13th February 2026, the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force Coast Guard (ABDF CG) received a…
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Record-Breaking Rainfall: Wettest February 10/11 On Record at V.C. Bird International Airport
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Dale C. S. Destin β Published 11 February 2026 | The 24-hour period endingΒ 8:00 am AST on February 11, 2026 (February 10/11)Β has officially become theΒ wettest such period on record for that date at V.C. Bird International Airport (VCBIA). The excessive rainfall was caused by a cold…
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UPDATE: Police Investigating Suspected Drowning Of 19-Year-Old Zakeem Nicholas Of Seatons
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Office of Strategic Communications (STRATCOM), St. Johnβs, Antigua and Barbuda, Saturday, 14 February 2026: Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the suspected drowning of 19-year-old Zakeem Nicholas of Seatons. Reports indicate that Mr. Nicholas and a companion went out to sea on the morning of Friday,…
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MISSING: 19-Year-Old Zakeem Nicholas Of Seatons
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 family of 19-year-old Zakeem Nicholas of Seatons is seeking the publicβs assistance in locating him. Zakeem, who has plaited hair, was last seen at about 8:30 AM on Friday, February 13, 2026, leaving home dressed in grey shorts and a grey vest. In a push…
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NOTICE: Resurfacing Of West Indies Oil Road Commences
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 Ministry of Works has begun preparation to resurface the West Indies Oil Road (the road connecting Friars Hill Road and Marble Hill Road). A detour remains in effect this weekend (Saturday and Sunday). All businesses remain open.
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PUBLIC ADVISORY: Prohibition On Harvesting And Consuming Fish And Shellfish From Cove West Of Cookβs Landfill
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 Central Board of Health, Ministry of Health Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs in collaboration with the Fisheries Division, Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheriesand Blue Economy advises all residents, fisherfolk, and seafood vendors not to harvest, consume, or sell fish and shellfish taken from the…
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Press Statement On Seepage Of Contaminants From Cooks Landfill
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 National Office of Disaster Services (NODS), along with several critical agencies, has developed a corrective action plan to manage a seepage of contaminants from the CooksSanitary Landfill leading to Hermitage Bay in keeping with the National Marine Pollution Manual. According to information from the Antigua…
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CBH Conducts Successful Custodial 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 Central Board of Health (CBH): A comprehensive training session for custodians was conducted, focusing on proper cleaning and sanitizing techniques, the safe and effective use of chemicals, and the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This initiative reinforces the critical role custodians play in maintaining…
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Oil Spill Being Monitored In Hermitage Bay
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 National Office of Disaster Services (NODS) is aware of a situation in Hermitage Bay which appears to be an oil spill. We are monitoring the situation along with our local partners and will provide updates as information comes to hand.
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CHOGM Taskforce Advances National Preparations With Intensive Training And Policy Development
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 has intensified preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) as the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF), alongside the National CHOGM Taskforce and international partners, leads focused security and operational planning initiatives. A two-week Policy Development Conference, delivered in collaboration…
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NOTICE: Families Sought For Two Deceased Bodies At Barnes Funeral Home
οΈππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Office of the Chief Health Inspector, through this medium, is hereby seeking the assistance to advertise for public knowledge the following names of two (2) deceased bodies and date of passing. The bodies are currently being kept in storage at Barnes Funeral Home. Family member(s)…
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Single Lane Traffic In Effect On Valley Road North
ππ’ππ‘ π’π¨π₯ πͺπππ§π¦ππ£π£ ππππ‘π‘ππ! πππππ π’π‘ π§ππ πππ‘π: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Single-lane traffic is in effect on Valley Road North in the vicinity of Jolly Harbour to facilitate drainage works. Motorists are asked to follow all instructions of the flag persons directing traffic.
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