After several months of silence regarding investigations from the Commission of Inquiry (COI), Governor His Excellency John Rankin assured residents that investigations remain active. The governor provided an update during a recent press conference in response to a question posed by local media. While not speaking about a specific case, Governor Rankin said that several … Continued
Government officials have praised the efforts of members of the society who sprang into action to clean up their communities and assist neighbours in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Philippe. Philippe’s passage over the Virgin Islands on Wednesday morning resulted in significant flooding and landslides in various areas. By 5 a.m. that morning, community members … Continued
The damage caused from Tropical Storm Philippe to the territory’s infrastructure saw Minister for Communication and Works, Hon. Kye Rymer swiftly responding to several of the reported cases throughout Tortola. Minister Rymer and his team quickly organised a clean-up effort which saw workers from the Public Works Department in several of the impacted communities. 284 … Continued
The capital of Tortola, Road Town, was one of the areas mostly impacted from the flash floods that resulted from Tropical Storm Philippe on Wednesday. Representative for the District, Honourable Luce Hodge Smith was on the grounds to assess the damage and said she received numerous calls from residents within the district who were significantly … Continued
Similarly to some of the other districts across Tortola that were impacted from the flash floods caused by Tropical Storm Philippe, District 1 was also affected with several landslides reported across various communities. Arielle Donovan of Fortune Ghut, Carrot Bay, was one of the residents directly affected by one of the landslides which blocked the … Continued
The government’s ghut clearing initiative under the Rated Programme has been credited for the quick water runoff observed within District 6 on Wednesday. District Representative Hon. Myron Walwyn acknowledged the programme during an interview with 284 Media’s Ronn Grant as he provided an update on the state of affairs within his district following the effects … Continued
Several civil and commercial operations have been put on pause in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Philippe. Here’s a look at how some significant services have been affected, and what people can expect should they choose to venture out this evening. This article will be updated throughout the day to include additional updates and information … Continued
Flooding has wreaked havoc across several areas of Tortola, in the wee hours of Wednesday morning, leaving residents unable to leave their homes and local authorities grappling with the aftermath of Tropical Storm Philippe. The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) reports that overnight rainfall reached a staggering 3-4 inches. As a result, many residents found … Continued
A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for the British Virgin Islands following the positioning and strength of Tropical Storm Philippe which is described as having a poorly defined center. A 2:00 p.m. update from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) said at the time of their publication the storm was located near latitude 19.0 … Continued
The former Governor of the British Virgin Islands, Mr. Peter Penfold, has passed away at the age of 79. The Office of the Governor confirmed the passing of Penfold in a media statement on Tuesday, revealing that he passed away on Monday, October 1. “The British Virgin Islands held a special place in Penfold’s heart … Continued
