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Community Relations Officer for the National Works Agency's Western Office, Janel Ricketts.

NWA Urges Motorists to Drive With Care

The National Works Agency (NWA) is urging motorists across western Jamaica to exercise extreme caution while travelling during the passage of Tropical Storm Melissa, particularly in areas prone to flooding and power outages. Community Relations Officer for the NWA’s Western...
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan (centre); Member of Parliament for St. Andrew Western, Anthony Hylton (left); and Communication and Customer Services Manager at the National Works Agency (NWA), Stephen Shaw, confer during a site visit to the Sandy Gully in Kingston on Wednesday (October 22). The visit formed part of ongoing mitigation efforts led by the NWA in anticipation of Tropical Storm Melissa.
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan (centre); Member of Parliament for St. Andrew Western, Anthony Hylton (left); and Communication and Customer Services Manager at the National Works Agency (NWA), Stephen Shaw, confer during a site visit to the Sandy Gully in Kingston on Wednesday (October 22). The visit formed part of ongoing mitigation efforts led by the NWA in anticipation of Tropical Storm Melissa.

Gov’t Allocates $4b for Major Gully Repairs in Kingston, St. Andrew and St. James
Deputy Commissioner in charge of Fire Safety, Prevention and Investigation, Jamaica Fire Brigade, Kevin Haughton, outlines activities for Fire and Life Safety Awareness Week, slated for October 26 to November 1, during the media launch, held at the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, in Kingston, on October 22.
Deputy Commissioner in charge of Fire Safety, Prevention and Investigation, Jamaica Fire Brigade, Kevin Haughton, outlines activities for Fire and Life Safety Awareness Week, slated for October 26 to November 1, during the media launch, held at the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, in Kingston, on October 22.

Emphasis on Home Safety and Power of Prevention Oct. 26 – Nov. 1
Minister of Energy, Telecommunications and Transportation, Hon. Daryl Vaz (right), listens as Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) President and Chief Executive Officer, Hugh Grant, outlines the entity’s s operational readiness during a special briefing on Tropical Storm Melissa preparedness, held at Jamaica House on Thursday (October 23).
Minister of Energy, Telecommunications and Transportation, Hon. Daryl Vaz (right), listens as Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) President and Chief Executive Officer, Hugh Grant, outlines the entity’s s operational readiness during a special briefing on Tropical Storm Melissa preparedness, held at Jamaica House on Thursday (October 23).

JPS Initiates Emergency Operations in Response to Advancing Tropical Storm Melissa
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., is urging Jamaicans to pay special attention to vulnerable groups amid the threat of Tropical Storm Melissa.
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., is urging Jamaicans to pay special attention to vulnerable groups amid the threat of Tropical Storm Melissa.

Community Members Urged to Look Out for Vulnerable Groups During Storm

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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses a press briefing on preparations for Tropical Storm Melissa, at the Office of the Prime Minister on Thursday (October 23).
Health & WellnessTropical Storm Melissa

Public Hospitals in Emergency Mode

All public hospitals across the island have entered emergency mode as the health system prepares for the impact of Tropical Storm Melissa. Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, said that while hospitals will remain open, outpatient and elective surgeries will be suspended for the time being to focus on emergencies. “Visitations will be limited and family...
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Minister of Energy, Telecommunications and Transportation, Hon. Daryl Vaz, provides an update on operations at the island’s international airports during a special briefing on preparedness for Tropical Storm Melissa, at Jamaica House on Thursday (October 23).
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Emergency Protocols Activated at Island’s International Airports

Emergency protocols have been fully activated at Jamaica’s international airports in preparation for Tropical Storm Melissa, says Minister of Energy, Telecommunications and Transportation, Hon. Daryl Vaz. “At Sangster International Airport, MBJ Airports Limited has implemented pre-hurricane measures, including drainage and tree clearing, testing of generators with a 36-hour fuel reserve and positioning of emergency supplies. At Norman Manley International Airport,...
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Minister of Energy, Telecommunications and Transportation, Hon. Daryl Vaz, provides an update on State bus operations during a special briefing on preparedness for Tropical Storm Melissa, at Jamaica House on Thursday (October 23).
TransportTropical Storm Melissa

Minister Vaz Assures Continued Bus Operations as Tropical Storm Melissa Approaches

With Tropical Storm Melissa approaching the island, Minister of Energy, Telecommunications and Transportation, Hon. Daryl Vaz, has assured the public that the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) and Montego Bay Metro Company Limited will continue regular bus operations, provided conditions remain safe. “Service updates will be shared via social media and public channels,” the Minister advised during a special briefing...
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Health Promotion and Education Officer for Westmoreland, Gerald Miller.
Health & WellnessLocal GovernmentTropical Storm Melissa

Pregnant Women Close to Delivery Date in Westmoreland Urged to Relocate

Pregnant women in Westmoreland who are close to delivery are encouraged to relocate nearer to medical facilities as a precautionary measure ahead of Tropical Storm Melissa. Health Promotion and Education Officer for Westmoreland, Gerald Miller, said women who are within one month of their due date should make early arrangements to stay with family or friends who live close to...
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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.
Local GovernmentSocial SecurityTropical Storm Melissa

Gov’t Secures Emergency Supplies and Begins Distribution Ahead of Tropical Storm Melissa

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has secured a comprehensive range of emergency and care items and established lines of credit in 11 parishes to enable the swift replenishment of essential goods, where necessary, to further strengthen Jamaica’s readiness for the impact of Tropical Storm Melissa. Distribution of care supplies has commenced in three parishes. To date, provisions have...
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Health Promotion and Education Officer for Westmoreland, Gerald Miller.
Health & WellnessTropical Storm Melissa

Persons Reminded to Keep Adequate Supply of Prescribed Medication

The Westmoreland Health Department is reminding residents to ensure they have an adequate supply of prescribed medication as the island braces for the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa. Health Promotion and Education Officer for Westmoreland, Gerald Miller, said persons with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma should act early to refill prescriptions and secure medications before the...
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