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Tropical Storm Philippe Makes Landfall on Barbuda, Antigua Under Warning
NHC - Tropical Storm Philippe has made landfall in the Northern Leeward Islands, with Antigua now under a Tropical Storm Warning.
The storm, with maximum...
Antigua and Barbuda Bring Caribbean Vibes to 2023 Monaco Yacht Show
Visitors to the 2023 Monaco Yacht Show - Superyachts.com stand, were transported to the Caribbean for one night only to experience a slice of...
School Closure Announcement for Tuesday, October 3, 2023, due to Tropical Storm Philippe Warning
The Ministry of Education, Sports, and Creative Industries has decided to close schools on Tuesday, October 3, 2023.
This decision comes as the Antigua and...
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Maintains Uninterrupted Essential Services During Storm
The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre has confirmed that all crucial departments, including the Emergency Room, will continue to function without disruption throughout the...
Tropical Storm Watch for Antigua upgraded to warning
The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services has upgraded the tropical storm watch to a warning for both islands as slow-moving Tropical Storm Philippe poses...
Flash Flood Watch Issued for Antigua and Barbuda
The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services have issued a flash flood watch for both islands, set to begin at 4 p.m. today and extend...
Tropical Storm Philippe Prompts SLBMC to Halt Visitor Access
In response to the threat posed by Tropical Storm Philippe, the Sir Lester Bird Medical Center (SLBMC) has taken precautionary measures by temporarily suspending...
Parents Urged to Pick Up Children as Government Primary Schools Close at 2 PM
Government primary schools have announced an early closure today at 2:00 PM.
Parents and guardians are kindly requested to make arrangements to collect their children...
Antigua and Barbuda Prepares for Heavy Rainfalls and Flooding
NHC - Tropical Storm Philippe, currently located about 55 miles east-southeast of Barbuda, is forecasted to impact the Leeward Islands with heavy rains and...
Government Offices to Close 2pm as Tropical Storm Watch Continues in Antigua
Due to ongoing weather concerns, government offices in Antigua and Barbuda will shut down at 2:00 pm today.
The twin-island nation remains under a Tropical...
Dr. Oswald Thomas Advocates Mental Health and Suicide Awareness, Calls for Policy Updates
By Dr. Oswald Thomas
The global community is focusing on mental health awareness and suicide prevention this month.
Most unfortunately, Antigua and Barbuda have seen...
Edith Clashing and Wadadli Aquatic Racers Lead Ocean Initiative, Offering Affordable Classes
In a joint endeavor aimed at fostering environmental awareness and cultivating a deeper connection with the ocean, the Elkhorn Marine Conservancy partnered with the...
Tropical Storm Warning in place for Barbuda while a watch remains for Antigua
Tropical Storm Warning in place for Barbuda while a watch remains for Antigua
The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Office has issued a tropical storm warning...