Multi-agency push for residents to be hurricane-ready Shanna Moore29/06/20250167 views 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… Read more
More than just practice: Officials say disaster drills crucial for real emergencies Sheria Brathwaite23/05/20250152 views 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
Firms urged to back voluntary disaster groups Shamar Blunt21/09/202401.3K views 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
In the teeth of a storm, a fisher’s fight to stay afloat Sasha Mehter14/08/20240895 views 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
Hurricane Beryl exposes climate vulnerabilities – Straughn Sasha Mehter06/07/202401.1K views 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
Swift action reopens Hastings after Hurricane Beryl’s surges Sasha Mehter02/07/202401.9K views 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
PM pledges aid as hurricane sinks vessels Sasha Mehter02/07/202401.4K views 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
CDEMA, regional and international partners ready to assist participating states threatened by Hurricane Beryl Barbados Today30/06/20240937 views 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
Power company says it’s prepared for potential challenges this hurricane season Shanna Moore28/06/202401.8K views 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
Barbados bolsters disaster resilience for hurricane season Sasha Mehter13/06/202401.2K views 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