Pig and poultry farmers are being advised to make special accommodation to house and protect their animals ahead of Hurricane Beryl, which is expected to affect the island on Wednesday (July3). The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is asking farmers to be on high alert. Senior RADA Livestock Specialist, Maxine Brown, told JIS News that protecting poultry may prove challenging,...

Against the background of the threat of adverse weather from Hurricane Beryl, Jamaicans are being urged to heed evacuation warnings and follow safety procedures to save lives. The call came from Commissioner, Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Stewart Beckford, as he provided an overview of the JFB’s state of readiness during a meeting with Heads of Agencies responsible for disaster preparedness,...

The Trelawny Municipal Corporation has taken steps to ensure the safety and protection of the parish’s most vulnerable, as preparations move into high gear for the passage of Hurricane Beryl. This was stated by Chairman of the Corporation and Mayor of Falmouth, Councillor Collen Gager, in an interview with JIS News. He noted that in addition to the usual preparations,...

As Jamaica prepares for the passage of Hurricane Beryl, the Ministry of Health & Wellness is advising that all public hospitals will now enter emergency mode. This means that while hospitals remain open: • Outpatient services and elective surgeries will be suspended • Visitations will be limited and • family members are asked to pick up their relatives, who have...

The Sangster International Airport will temporarily close tonight, Tuesday, July 2, at 11:59 PM and remain closed throughout Wednesday, July 3, 2024. To ensure visitors can depart the island prior to the impact of the hurricane, the following Additional Flights will operate today, Tuesday July 2, 2024. Passengers are urged to contact their airline to make changes to their reservations...

The Ministry of Health & Wellness is advising that taking care of your mental wellness is just as important as physical preparations for a hurricane. Here are some tips to cope with Hurricane Beryl.  Take your medication.  Set up a support network of trusted family members and friends.  Stay informed.  Contact the Mental Health & Suicide...

The Government will be rolling out a single communication platform, which will assist in effectively coordinating the activities of emergency management agencies throughout the passage of Hurricane Beryl. Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, made the disclosure during National Disaster Risk Management Council (NDRMC) meeting at the Ministry in Kingston on Monday (July 1). “The good...