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Statement From Governor Of The Virgin Islands Daniel Pruce On The Implementation Of The Commission Of Inquiry's Recommendations And The Security Of The Territory
In his final review, the Governor of the Virgin Islands reported substantial progress in implementing the 2022 Commission of Inquiry (COI) recommendations, with most completed and two delayed due to external factors. Eighteen related laws have been passed, but further work is needed to bring them into effect through policies and training. A new Governance Reform Implementation Action Plan has been approved, and vetting for law enforcement officers has begun. Public feedback showed broad support and growing trust in reforms. The recent Law Enforcement Review offers a roadmap for improved safety and oversight. The Governor emphasized continued collaboration, transparency, and public trust as essential to successful reform and national development.
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Nearly 7,000 In VI Join Tsunami Exercise
The 16th Territory-wide earthquake and tsunami exercise, held on March 20, was one of the largest national exercises in the Virgin Islands, with 6,854 participants practicing earthquake and tsunami safety procedures. The exercise, led by the Department of Disaster Management (DDM), simulated a magnitude 8 earthquake off the coast of Jamaica, followed by tsunami alerts. Director of Disaster Management, Mr. Jasen Penn, emphasized the importance of regular disaster preparedness and the need for businesses and public agencies to have tested disaster plans. The exercise focused on early warning systems, emergency communication, and inter-agency coordination. The Territory's participation helps maintain its Tsunami Ready status, which it first achieved in 2014.
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Waste Management Accepting Quotes for Security Cameras
The Department of Waste Management is inviting quotations for the supply and installation of eleven (11) solar-powered weatherproof outdoor IP security cameras and three (3) indoor IP cameras to be installed at the Pockwood Pond Incinerator, Waste Oil Facility (Sea Cow’s Bay), and The Valley Dumpsite in Virgin Gorda. Cameras must have one-year maintenance, Wi-Fi or 4G connectivity, 2K video quality, MP4 capture format, solar power for outdoor units, night vision, and internal memory storage. Interested businesses must submit duplicate sealed quotations with company name and reference, including product specs, photos, and certificates of good standing from tax, social security, and health authorities, plus a valid 2025 trade license. Mandatory site visits are scheduled for Virgin Gorda on July 7 at noon, and for Sea Cow’s Bay and Pockwood Pond on July 8 at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. respectively. Quotations must be hand-delivered by July 17, 2025, 4:00 p.m. to the Department’s office at Union Property Building, Tortola. For inquiries, contact Director Marcus Solomon at 284-468-4934.
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Public Urged to Prepare for Possible Storms and Hurricanes
The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season has been off to a slow start, which presents an opportunity for residents to prepare for the possibility of rapidly developing storms or hurricanes later this summer, said Director of Disaster Management Mr. Jasen Penn.
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2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Ends With 13 Named Storms
The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season ended on November 30 as another above average season, the ninth in the last decade to be considered either above normal or extremely active.
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Marine Incident at Seal Dog Island
24 October 2025 Marine Incident at Seal Dog Island Involving Catamaran ‘Borrowed Bounty’ The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) of the Premier’s Office is informing the public about a marine incident that occurred on Tuesday, 21 October 2025, around 11:00 p.m.
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Residents Urged to Connect to Sewerage System Before the End of 2026
Residents of Long Swamp, Fat Hogs Bay, Greenland, and surrounding communities are being strongly encouraged to register with the Water and Sewerage Department and connect to the public sewerage system before the end of 2026. During a walkthrough of the Long Swamp Pump Station on Monday 15th September, Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, reaffirmed Government’s commitment to improving sewerage infrastructure and highlighted that the Ministry will cover the installation costs for households that connect to the system.
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VI Observes World Ocean Day 2024
The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries joined the global community in observing World Ocean under the theme, “Awaken new depth: catalysing action for our ocean and climate”.
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Government Invites Tenders for 24/7 Cyber Protection Services for 911 Emergency Response Network
The Government of the Virgin Islands (GoVI), acting through the Ministry of Health and Social Development (MoH&SD), has issued a Request for Tenders (RFT) for the provision of 24/7, 365 Days Monitoring and Cyber Protection Services for the Territory’s 911 Emergency Response Network.
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Residents Encouraged to Protect Kidney Health By Proper Nutrition/Lifestyle
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is encouraging residents to take proactive steps to protect their kidney health as part of its ongoing public education efforts to reduce chronic non-communicable diseases in the Virgin Islands.