Disaster PreparednessLocal News Multi-agency push for residents to be hurricane-ready by Shanna Moore 29/06/2025 written by Shanna Moore 3 min read A senior police officer is warning Barbadians to heed official hurricane alerts as emergency agencies ramp up efforts to boost community readiness. Police Inspector Roger Babb issued the caution during … Continue Reading 29/06/2025 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Disaster PreparednessLocal News More than just practice: Officials say disaster drills crucial for real emergencies by Sheria Brathwaite 23/05/2025 by Sheria Brathwaite 23/05/2025 A senior fire official is calling for more large-scale disaster simulation exercises in Barbados, saying that such joint operations are critical to sharpening emergency responses, identifying weaknesses, and ensuring seamless … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
BusinessDisaster PreparednessLocal News Firms urged to back voluntary disaster groups by Shamar Blunt 21/09/2024 by Shamar Blunt 21/09/2024 The government has called on the private sector to increase investment in disaster planning and response organisations as the country grapples with the worsening effects of the climate crisis. Minister … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Disaster PreparednessLocal News In the teeth of a storm, a fisher’s fight to stay afloat by Ryan Gilkes 14/08/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 14/08/2024 At the Oistins Boatyard, where the Caribbean Sea laps against the shore of this bustling fishing town, Jameson Hinkson bends over a diesel engine. The boat he’s tinkering with belongs … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Disaster PreparednessLocal News Hurricane Beryl exposes climate vulnerabilities – Straughn by Ryan Gilkes 06/07/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 06/07/2024 Monday’s passage of Hurricane Beryl has underscored the urgent need for Barbados to enhance its climate resilience, according to Minister in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs Ryan Straughn. … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Disaster PreparednessLocal News Swift action reopens Hastings after Hurricane Beryl’s surges by Ryan Gilkes 02/07/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 02/07/2024 In a rapid response to Hurricane Beryl’s impact, authorities have successfully reopened Hastings Main Road in Christ Church, a critical artery of the island’s transport and tourism corridor. The swift … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Disaster PreparednessLocal News PM pledges aid as hurricane sinks vessels by Sasha Mehter 02/07/2024 by Sasha Mehter 02/07/2024 Category 4 Hurricane Beryl has dealt a “horrific” blow to the fishing industry, crucial to the island’s food security and economy, ministers declared on Monday. Prime Minister Mia Mottley described … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Disaster PreparednessLocal News CDEMA, regional and international partners ready to assist participating states threatened by Hurricane Beryl by Barbados Today 30/06/2024 by Barbados Today 30/06/2024 The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) Coordinating Unit and key partners stand ready to assist participating states as the region braces for the first major hurricane of the 2024 … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Disaster PreparednessEnergyLocal News Power company says it’s prepared for potential challenges this hurricane season by Shanna Moore 28/06/2024 by Shanna Moore 28/06/2024 The Barbados Light & Power Company (BLPC) has reaffirmed its readiness to handle what is projected to be an active season, reinforced by meticulous preparedness measures and fortified infrastructure. Speaking … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Disaster PreparednessLocal News Barbados bolsters disaster resilience for hurricane season by Ryan Gilkes 13/06/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 13/06/2024 Almost two weeks into the Atlantic hurricane season, efforts are being made to bolster the island’s resilience against natural disasters, by bringing experts together to refine strategies for effective risk … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
