Melinda Simon, Senior Facilitator at the National Office of Disaster Services, urged the community to take disaster information more seriously, citing a worrying lack of awareness among residents

Heavy rainfall and the aftermath of Tropical Storm Jerry caused flash floodings, forcing the National Office of Disaster Services to focus immediately on response and assessments, shadowing activities for International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction

A urgent dispatch with warnings ad alerts has been issued over high swells causing very hazardous conditions on North/north-facing coastlines; threat level to life, livelihood, property and infrastructure is high, with the potential for extensive impacts

A high-end, environmentally integrated hotel is being proposed for Long Bay, with a ground-breaking seaplane service for guests; the project emphasizes harmony with nature and was one of several key developments announced in latest post-Cabinet briefing

All primary and secondary schools in Antigua and Barbuda are set to benefit from a new School Sports Uniform Initiative, providing free uniforms for sporting disciplines; the program is due to launch early next year in partnership with a local retailer