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The Governor ordered that all non-essential employees be dismissed at noon so they can make preparations for the storm’s impact on the Territory.

Sandbags to be distributed on September 23rd to allow residents an opportunity to safely prepare homes ahead of Tropical Storm Karen.

Residents are advised to remain vigilant during these weather systems, and to continue individual assessments of emergency plans.

It is expected that Hurricane Jerry will cause storm-water runoff, high surf zones and anticipated sewer system overflows.

The management of Crown Bay Marina on St. Thomas has notified VIPA that their marina will be closed to all vessels at 3 p.m. on September 19, 2019.

Tropical Depression Ten is forecasted to strengthen over the next serval days, however, the motion and direction is still difficult to assess at this time.

In the event of extreme weather or a disaster, would you know what to do to protect your pet?

Businesses: are you prepared for a disaster?

Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is important to know what to do.

Preparing your family for an emergency is as simple as a conversation over dinner.

Being prepared will have a great impact on how the U.S. Virgin Islands copes with the possibility of more activity in our region.

National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to promote family and community disaster and emergency planning now and throughout the year.

Change is one of the most powerful professional development tools available to people.

Negative environmental impacts caused by storm-water runoff, high surf zones and anticipated sewer system overflows are expected due to Hurricane Dorian.

Disinfect cisterns, store collected water in sterilized containers.

Team: Together Everyone Achieves More

Curfew is in effect from 12 p.m. today, August 28, until 6 a.m. tomorrow, August 29.

St. Croix: Mars Hill Headstart, Frederiksted, and University of the Virgin Islands Great hall. St. Thomas: Knud Hansen Complex. St. John: Julius E. Sprauve School.

Sandbags will be distributed in the St. Croix district from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. today.

Gather needed supplies for at least 10 days. Include items such as water, nonperishable food, batteries, flashlights and clothing.