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It's 'crucial' cargo is collected within allotted time during hurricane season- BVIPA
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) is reminding the public that during the Atlantic Hurricane Season it is important cargo is collected quickly due to potential inclement weather.
VI urged to prepare as hurricane season heats up
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Disaster Management (DDM)’s Acting Director Mr Jasen Penn is urging all Virgin Islands residents to complete their seasonal preparedness activities as the region moves into the peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season with two potential systems brewing in the Atlantic basin.
Parents in VI urged to prepare for Hurricane Season
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- All parents and guardians are reminded to make the necessary preparations to safeguard their children this Hurricane Season.
2018 hurricane season begins tomorrow as first named storm claims two in US
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - As the Virgin Islands (VI) prepare for yet another above-average hurricane season, the first named subtropical storm Alberto claimed the life of two American journalists.
‘Cabinet comfortable VI will be ready for hurricane season’ – Dr Kedrick D. Pickering
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Acting Premier, Dr The Honourable Kedrick D. Pickering (R7), stated that the Virgin Islands (VI) will be prepared for the peak of the 2018 hurricane season which is said to be above average, while adding that Cabinet is “comfortable” based on the information they have received from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM).
Poor participation in Tsunami exercise!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Residents, Government departments and businesses within the territory were asked to participate in the annual Tsunami Caribe Wave exercise today, Thursday, March 15, 2018 in order to test their tsunami and earthquake response plans, improve warning system effectiveness and promote preparedness.
2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season starts today June 1
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially starts today June 1, 2016 and ends on November 30, 2016.
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