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Press releases, news, announcements, statements and other public information from VITEMA.
Beach Advisory (September 7-11, 2020)
Sep 11, 2020
ALL BEACHES MEET WATER QUALITY STANDARDS AND ARE SAFE FOR SWIMMING OR FISHING.
Beach Advisory (August 3–7, 2020)
Aug 7, 2020
ALL BEACHES MEET WATER QUALITY STANDARDS AND ARE SAFE FOR SWIMMING OR FISHING.
'Extremely Active' Hurricane Season Possible for the Atlantic Basin
Aug 6, 2020
The updated outlook calls for 19-25 named storms, of which 7-11 will become hurricanes.
Tip: Man’s Best Friends
Jul 20, 2020
Have a plan to take care of your other family members, your pets.
Tip: Disability Capabilities
Jul 13, 2020
Disabled residents who need additional support in the face of an emergency will be greatly dependent on assistance from the community.
Tips: Financial Saving
Jul 6, 2020
Save for that rainy day.
Tip: Generators Need Love Too
Jun 29, 2020
Make sure your generator has been serviced and tested in advance.
Department of Human Services Announces Licensing Requirements and New Rules and Regulations for Re-Opening Child Care Programs and Summer Camps
Jun 26, 2020
All Child Care Operators are required to submit their re-opening plans to the Office of Child Care and Regulatory Services prior to re-opening on a larger scale.
Saharan Dust Event
Jun 22, 2020
From Tuesday, June 22, 8 AM AST through at least Thursday, June 24, with highest concentrations today through Tuesday evening.
Tip: Plan With Children Too
Jun 22, 2020
Make the planning a fun experience, so that during an event, they can remember what they learned.
Tip: Clear Debris During the Sunshine
Jun 15, 2020
Clear the yard now and relax later.
Tip: Take Care of Seniors
Jun 8, 2020
Make sure your elderly family members who live alone, are registered with the Department of Human Services Senior Disaster Registry.
Tip: Mental Health is Public Health
Jun 1, 2020
Remember your mental health and monitor your stress levels.
Tip: Have A Plan
May 25, 2020
It is time to review your plan.
Tip: Know Your Neighbors
May 18, 2020
In the event you need to evacuate during an emergency, you may need to depend on your them.
Tip: Be Prepared
May 11, 2020
Make sure your household is prepared with supplies for at least 10-days.
VITEMA Remains Focused on Risk Planning in the Territory
Apr 6, 2020
All risk planning for the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season remains uninterrupted during the Territory’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Beach Advisory (April 3, 2020)
Apr 3, 2020
Water quality standards for safe swimming or fishing are unknown due to the certifying laboratories’ COVID-19 modified schedule,
Beach Advisory (March 27, 2020)
Mar 27, 2020
Not considered to be safe for swimming or fishing: Princess Condo Row (St. Croix); Lindquist Beach, Water Bay (St. Thomas); Great Cruz Bay (St. John).
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT - VITEMA HOTLINE
Mar 26, 2020
Beginning March 26, VITEMA and territorial partners will be operating a special Hotline from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 days per week to answer non-medical questions you may have on the COVID-19 (coronavirus) impact to the Territory.
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