The Department of Disaster Management is urging residents of the Virgin Islands to exercise caution as another band of heavy showers moves into the area. “Some of these showers have the potential of creating heavy downpours,” warned the department in a statement issued early this morning. “With the grounds already saturated, the possibility of flooding … Continued
Scenes of chaos and panic unfolded in the capital Tuesday afternoon as a heavy downpour triggered flash flooding across Road Town and surrounding areas, catching residents and officials by surprise. An estimated 5 inches of rainfall poured down on the territory in a brief period starting around mid-afternoon, overwhelming drainage systems and sending rushing floodwaters … Continued
The recent bomb threat made at the TB Lettsome International Airport is among a wave of bomb threats disrupting airports across the Caribbean and is believed to be connected to the case of four Americans charged in Turks and Caicos for ammunition possession. The families of Michael Lee Evans, Bryan Hagerich, Tyler Scott Wenrich and … Continued
Students of the Elmore Stoutt High School will return to campus tomorrow, Monday, May 6th, after a brief transition to remote learning. In a recent statement, the school said that the return for students will begin with a general assembly at 8:30 a.m. in the courtyard of the L. Adorothy Building. Officials from the Ministry … Continued
The Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island was temporarily shut down and the surrounding area closed off by police due to a reported bomb threat on Sunday. Details remain limited, but heavy police presence had blocked all incoming traffic to Beef Island via the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, the only access point linking … Continued
Top Priority Stables tasted sweet victory today as their horse ‘Ghostingyou’ captured the USVI Governor’s Cup. In a blistering 1:43.2 finish, Ghostingyou outpaced the competition in the 1-mile race held at the Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack on St. Thomas. The $40,000 winner’s purse from Ghostingyou’s triumph adds another accolade to Top Priority Stables’ racing legacy … Continued
Governor Daniel Pruce reaffirmed his commitment to supporting a free press and freedom of information while addressing the media in observance of World Press Freedom Day. In his remarks, the Governor stressed the integral role journalists play in ensuring transparency and accountability from governments, as well as upholding the democratic principles of free speech. The … Continued
Today on May 3rd, 284Media joins the wider media fraternity in observing World Press Freedom Day. World Press Freedom Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in December 1993, following the recommendation of UNESCO’s General Conference. Since then, 3 May, the anniversary of the Declaration of Windhoek is celebrated worldwide as World Press Freedom … Continued
Elmore Stoutt High School will transition to remote learning this Friday, May 3rd in response to undisclosed incidents of “extreme misconduct” that occurred on the school’s campus this week. In a notice released on Thursday night, the school’s administration stated that the move to virtual classes on Friday was made “as our primary concern is … Continued
The British Virgin Islands may be in for a bout of heavy rainfall over the next few days, as a trough sitting near the Territory enhances shower chances starting as early as Thursday night. According to a recent statement from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM), model data suggests the islands could see over 2 … Continued
