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In light of the imminent threat posed by Tropical Storm Tomas the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) has moved from partial activation to full activation of the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC). The NEOC is the designated administrative hub of disaster or emergency response mechanisms, it is therefore the "nerve centre" of Disaster response and recovery services....

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) says it is taking its preparations for Tropical Depression Tomas "very seriously," despite the fact that the system has been weakening. At a press conference hosted by the ODPEM at its offices in New Kingston, today (November 3), Director of the Meteorological Service, Sylvia McGill, informed that over the last 12...

State Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Local Government Reform, Hon. Robert Montague is reminding persons who find it necessary to use shelters during storms or other disasters, that they must take their own food supplies to these facilities. "No food is provided in a shelter until after the event. Persons who have homes that...

A Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect for Jamaica as Tropical Depression Tomas reorganizes itself. This means that tropical storm conditions now pose a possible threat to the island within 48 hours. At 1:00 p.m. the centre of Tropical Depression Tomas was located near Latitude 14.8 degrees North, Longitude 75.0 degrees West; about 370 km (230 miles) south-southeast of Morant...

A Hurricane Watch remains in effect for Jamaica as Tropical Depression Tomas is expected to re-strengthen today and tomorrow and then move close to the island. This means that hurricane conditions still pose a possible threat within 48 hours. At 7:00 a.m. the centre of Tropical Depression Tomas was located near Latitude 13.7 degrees North, Longitude 75.8 degrees West; about...

With Christmas fast approaching, members from the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) journeyed to the Mount Olivet Boys' Home in Walderston, Manchester, to bring cheer to the boys, through a work day, on Saturday (October 30). The JIS work day included painting of the Ackee Dorm, putting up curtains, making beds, cutting the yard, ironing and several other activities to give...

Woman District Constable (DC), Mazilyn Miller Prince, of the Portmore Police Station in St. Catherine was on Tuesday (October 26) named District Constable of the Year. The DC, who topped a field of 17 finalists from across the island, walked away with the coveted Minister's trophy plus a cash incentive at the inaugural award ceremony held at the Knutsford Court...

Minister with responsibility for Information, Telecommunication and Special Projects, Hon. Daryl Vaz, has said that the Jamaica Rent A-Car industry forms an integral part of the island's tourism product. "To this end the industry not only contributes to improving the tourism product, but to national development through employment and well needed revenue," he said during the Jamaica Rent-A-Car Association Limited...

With 150 families being displaced from their homes in Chigwell, Pearces Village and Forrest in Eastern Hanover, since the heavy rains associated with Tropical Storm Nicole, flood waters in Chigwell have been rising at a rate of approximately six inches per day. Approximately 650 individuals are affected, of which four persons have been located in an emergency shelter in Chigwell....

Minister of State for Local Government, Hon Robert Montague, on (October 25) presented the Jamaica Fire Brigade with $5 million towards enhancing the working environment of its staff. In addition, rescue equipment were donated by Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) valued at approximately $20.8 million, including 30 sets of protective gear, five extrication tools (jaws of life) and two tripods....

Resident of Bull Savannah in St. Elizabeth, Mrs. Simonette Rochester, was showered with praise by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen; Prime Minister, the Hon. Bruce Golding, and Leader of the Opposition, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, for reaching the milestone of 100 years on October 22. Mrs. Rochester is the mother of former State Minister...

The Portland Division of the Jamaica Fire Brigade is observing Fire Safety Awareness Week from October 24 to October 30 under the theme: 'Partnering with communities for fire safety'. Activities got underway on (Oct. 24) with a national church service at the Buff Bay Emanuel Gospel Hall and an exposition and lecture will be held on (Oct. 25) at the...