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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, addresses a press briefing at the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) in Kingston on Monday (October 27).
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, addresses a press briefing at the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) in Kingston on Monday (October 27).

Shelters Are Free and Available to All – Minister Mckenzie

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, is reminding Jamaicans that emergency shelters are free of cost and available for all who need safe accommodation during the passage of Hurricane Melissa. “False and malicious information are being...
Principal Director, Meteorological Services Branch in the Ministry of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Evan Thompson, speaks at a press briefing at the National Emergency Operation Centre (NEOC), located at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) Headquarters on Haining Road in Kingston, today (October 27).
Principal Director, Meteorological Services Branch in the Ministry of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Evan Thompson, speaks at a press briefing at the National Emergency Operation Centre (NEOC), located at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) Headquarters on Haining Road in Kingston, today (October 27).

Storm Surge Projected for Bluefields in Westmoreland
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, provides an update from the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) on developments related to Hurricane Melissa during a media briefing at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) in Kingston.
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, provides an update from the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) on developments related to Hurricane Melissa during a media briefing at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) in Kingston.

NWA Ramps Up Flood Mitigation in Preparation for Hurricane Melissa
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, responds to a question during a press briefing at the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), located at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) in Kingston, on October 27.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, responds to a question during a press briefing at the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), located at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) in Kingston, on October 27.

Prime Minister Urges Citizens to Obey Mandatory Evacuation Order
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

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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.
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Emphasis on Home Safety and Power of Prevention Oct. 26 – Nov. 1

Fire and Life Safety Awareness Week 2025, slated for October 26 to November 1, will be observed under the theme ‘Safe Homes, Safe Communities: The Power of Prevention’. Speaking at the media launch, held at the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development on October 22, Deputy Commissioner in charge of Fire Safety, Prevention and Investigation at the Jamaica Fire...
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie.
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NSWMA Intensifies Garbage Collection to Clear Backlogs Across Communities

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, says the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has intensified garbage collection efforts to address backlogs affecting several communities islandwide. “The Solid Waste Authority, over the last week and a half, has been working extensively, especially over the last couple of days. We have been doing extra hours in some...
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