The Ministry of Health & Wellness wishes to advise the public that all health centres have been closed for today (Wednesday, July 3, 2024). • Staff of these facilities are to check with their parish Emergency Operations Centres (EOCs) to find out whether they are to be deployed elsewhere. • Persons with chronic diseases and those requiring immunizations, antenatal care...

The Government has provided $5 million per constituency for emergency hurricane preparations and response efforts. Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, made the disclosure during a statement to the nation on Tuesday (July 2) on Hurricane Beryl. He said a meeting with the Parliamentary Caucus was convened to discuss the state of readiness and to apprise the members of...

The National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) is underscoring the importance of proactive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of older persons, as Jamaica prepares for Hurricane Beryl. Executive Director, Cassandra Morrison, told JIS News that “with a commitment to safeguarding our senior population during potentially hazardous weather events, the NCSC urges families, caregivers, and communities to prioritise the...

The Banana Board is reminding banana and plantain farmers not to cut the leaves from their plants in anticipation of the oncoming hurricane. Although this practice has gained popularity, the Board is imploring farmers to desist, as this can negatively affect future crops. General Manager, Janet Ferguson Conie, said this practice can inhibit the growth of new bunches. “We are...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has declared Jamaica a disaster area for the next seven days as Hurricane Beryl approaches the island. He made the announcement during a national broadcast on Tuesday evening (July 2). “After careful review of the trajectory of the storm, the likely strength and impact, the potential threats emanating, and having been notified in...

Following visits to three major hospitals in Kingston & St. Andrew and a briefing from the National Health Emergency Operations Centre (HEOC), the Minister of Health & Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher has said that the necessary arrangements have been made for hospitals to address any eventualities during the passage of Hurricane Beryl. “Hospital accident & emergency departments have been...

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) is removing loose garbage from communities ahead of Hurricane Beryl’s passage, to prevent blockage of drains and waterways. Executive Director, Audley Gordon, told JIS News that the Authority has already activated its emergency plan, as Jamaica continues to prepare for the system. “We are out and we will stay out as long as...