As the Atlantic hurricane season intensifies, young residents of the British Virgin Islanders recently had a chance to reflect on past storms and share their anxieties about future threats. In a recent interview conducted by student reporter Recado Palmer, two local youths Summer Dunkley and Jayrone Daniel discussed their experiences and perspectives on hurricane preparedness. … Continued
The British Virgin Islands’ recovery from Tropical Storm Ernesto continues, with the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) expanding its efforts to restore power across the territory. As of Friday, BVIEC reported ongoing work in several additional areas on Tortola and Virgin Gorda. Crews are actively working to restore connections in Leverick Bay, Red Bay, Long Trench, … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) recently celebrated the graduation of nine auxiliary officers, marking the successful completion of an intensive six-week training programme. The new officers, comprising seven females and two males, are set to bolster the ranks of the RVIPF as they embark on their careers in law enforcement. The graduating officers … Continued
Recovery efforts continue following Tropical Storm Ernesto’s destructive passage, with significant progress made in restoring electricity to affected areas. The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) reported Thursday that power has been restored to several key areas across Tortola and Virgin Gorda. These include Pockwood Pond to McNamara, Lower Estate, Huntum’s Ghut, Horse Path, the entirety of … Continued
His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce addressed the Virgin Islands this afternoon, announcing that the immediate threat from Hurricane Ernesto has passed, and it is now safe for residents to begin moving about. Following consultations with the National Emergency Operations Centre and Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, Governor Pruce confirmed that the “All Clear” has … Continued
In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Ernesto, Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, addressed the territory, offering reassurance and urging caution as recovery efforts begin. Premier Wheatley began, expressing relief that residents had made it safely through the worst of the storm. He acknowledged the challenges left in Ernesto’s wake, including … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) awoke to a scene of widespread damage on Wednesday morning after Tropical Storm Ernesto swept through the territory overnight. The storm, which brought hurricane-like conditions, battered the territory for over 12 hours, beginning around 8 PM on Tuesday, August 13th. Residents endured a night of heavy rainfall and powerful winds … Continued
In a message to Virgin Islanders and residents His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce issued a statement ahead of the expected tropical storm Ernesto. Pruce said, “Earlier today, I chaired the disaster management operations group, which brings together all of the agencies and departments here in the Virgin Islands to help us prepare for a severe … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands in a message to the people of the Virgin Islands urged all to be vigilant. Premier Wheatley said, “As you will know by now, we are currently on a hurricane watch as well as the previously issued tropical storm warning in relation to Tropical Storm Ernesto. Forecasters are relatively certain … Continued
A rapidly moving tropical disturbance in the Atlantic Ocean is causing concern for several Caribbean islands, prompting meteorologists to issue a Tropical Storm Watch for multiple locations. The National Hurricane Center expects the disturbance to develop into a tropical depression tonight, potentially strengthening into a tropical storm as it approaches the Leeward Islands. Current maximum … Continued
