According to DDM, the air quality has again dropped to moderate levels, as a result of an increase in particulate matters 2.5 and 10 associated with Saharan Dust, streaming across the area. The threat of health problems, for mainly usually sensitive people, such as asthmatics, is again elevated. Further reduction of the air quality is … Continued
GIS Two British Virgin Islands nationals who returned to the Territory on June 27 tested negative for the virus that causes COVID-19. The returnees were tested shortly after their arrival after health screenings revealed them to have been exposed to the virus while overseas, and information reaching the Ministry of Health and Social Development suggested … Continued
On Thursday, June 25th at approximately 3:30 pm, Police Marine Unit Received a call from a concerned member of the community regarding a white sailing vessel that allegedly dropped off persons with backpacks at Prickly Pear Island. The Joint Task Force made up of RVIPF, Immigration and Customs Officers, responded and intercepted a white sailing vessel on the North … Continued
The BVI Department of Disaster Management have made reports of a tropical wave developing in the Atlantic Ocean. BVI DDM stated “a tropical wave in the eastern Atlantic is currently showing a 10 percent chance of development according to the National Hurricane Centre.” They additional said “This wave is moving West North West at around … Continued
The Ministry of Health and Social Development has partnered with the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) to create a handbook to help residents incorporate COVID-19 into their seasonal preparedness activities. The highly visual digital booklet includes items to add to home stocks to protect against COVID-19 as well as reminders to carry out routine activities … Continued
The Ministry Health and Social Development received 4,500 KN95 face masks courtesy of Drakes Traders Limited. Assistant Manager Ms. Michelle Rymer made the donation valued over $20,000 USD on behalf of the Managing Director Mr. Christian Essie of Drakes Traders Limited on June 25. Deputy Premier and Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin … Continued
According to DDM, forecasters of the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service have indicated a second surge in Saharan Dust is likely to affect the Eastern Caribbean as another plume is expected to move into the area later today or Friday. These conditions may affect the Virgin Islands beginning Friday into the weekend. Following the first … Continued
Despite being met with controversial reviews in several public debates, the Government of the Virgin Islands has extended its ban on bikes between the hours of 5pm-5am for another three weeks. The decision was reflected in Government’s official gazette under the Road Traffic (Restriction of Use of Motor Cycle), which stated that the updated ban … Continued
The Cabinet Office has been named the first COVID-19 Public Service Heroes following the launch of a recognition programme spearheaded by the Department of Human Resources, to recognise Public Officers who have performed exceptionally within the Service in support of the Virgin Islands’ Public Service and Territory during this global COVID-19 pandemic. The Cabinet Office … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has extended the deadline for the submission of Expressions of Interest for the development of an Energy Transition Plan for the Territory to July 10. The plan will serve as a logical road map that allows the Territory to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2035 and 100% renewable energy … Continued
