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Press releases, news, announcements, statements and other public information from VITEMA.
UPDATE: Emergency Home Repair of the Virgin Islands (EHRVI) Program
Feb 13, 2019
All roof repairs and replacements must comply with the new Virgin Islands building codes that were updated in April 2018.
Temporary Closure of VITEMA Office on St. Croix
Feb 13, 2019
From 12:00 pm, Wednesday, February 13, 2019 to 10:00 am on Thursday, February 14, 2019
Beach Advisory (February 8, 2019)
Feb 8, 2019
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Johnson Bay (St. John).
PSA 072 STEP Extension
Feb 4, 2019
Deadline extended until March 31, 2019.
Preparedness Information - Active Shooter
Feb 1, 2019
During an active shooting: RUN. HIDE. FIGHT.
Beach Advisory (February 1, 2019)
Feb 1, 2019
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Bluebeard’s (St. Thomas).
Beach Advisory (January 25, 2019)
Jan 25, 2019
Samples were not collected at the following beaches: All Beaches on St. Thomas & St. John. Stoney Ground on St. Croix. Therefore, the water quality of these beaches is unknown.
Beach Advisory (January 18, 2019)
Jan 18, 2019
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Vessup Bay (St. Thomas).
Newsletter: St. Croix Long Term Recovery Group/VOAD
Jan 15, 2019
The St. Croix Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG) assists individuals and families as they recover from Hurricane Maria.
Beach Advisory (January 11, 2019)
Jan 11, 2019
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Bluebeard’s and Secret Harbor (St. Thomas); Cruz Bay (St. John).
Beach Advisory (January 4, 2019)
Jan 4, 2019
Due to lab closure, DPNR did not conduct its weekly beach monitoring for the week of December 31, 2018 – January 4, 2019; therefore, the water quality of these beaches is unknown.
Governor Appoints Acting Agency Heads
Dec 27, 2018
Denise Lewis appointed as Acting Director of the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA), Joyce Dore-Griffin as Acting Commissioner of the Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, and Jason Marsh as Acting Commissioner of the Virgin Islands Police Department
Beach Advisory (December 21, 2018)
Dec 21, 2018
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Great Cruz Bay (St. John).
Temporary Closure of VITEMA Offices Territory Wide
Dec 14, 2018
The St. Croix offices of VITEMA will be temporarily closed during the hours of 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Thursday, December 20, 2018. The St. Thomas and St. John offices of VITEMA will be temporarily closed during the hours of 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Friday, December 21, 2018.
Beach Advisory (December 13, 2018)
Dec 13, 2018
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Coki Point (St. Thomas); Buccaneer (St. Croix).
Holiday Safety Tips
Dec 12, 2018
Be aware of risks relating to holiday theft, posting travel plans to social media, faulty electrical lighting, impaired driving, and seasonal illnesses.
Beach Advisory (December 7, 2018)
Dec 7, 2018
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Water Bay and Vessup Bay (St. Thomas); Great Cruz Bay (St. John).
Beach Advisory (November 30, 2018)
Dec 3, 2018
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Water Bay (St. Thomas).
Beach Advisory (November 21, 2018)
Nov 21, 2018
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Water Bay (St. Thomas).
Storm Water - Beach Advisory (November 15, 2018)
Nov 15, 2018
DPNR advises the public to refrain from using any of the coastal waters throughout the Territory until further notification.
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