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Director of the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services, Dale Destin,<\/a><\/strong> has reiterated the need for additional personnel to enhance operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on state media during World Meteorological Day, Destin <\/a><\/strong>stressed that more staff and specialized expertise are crucial for the “Early Warning for All” initiative.<\/p>

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\u201cWe are still waiting for 12 new positions promised by the government. These roles, covering oceanography, agrometeorology, project management, and communications, are essential for fulfilling our responsibilities,\u201d he said.<\/p>

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