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Alida Francis about start of Hurricane Season: ‘As Strong as our Weakest Link’

Jun 01, 2021 reporter 262 0

Oranjestad, St. Eustatius- On Tuesday evening St. Eustatius held an Ecumenical Service at the occasion of the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. During the well-attended and well-organized service, acting Government Commisioner ALida Francis reminded Statians that, especially during crises, the island was as strong as its weakest link. "Here on St. Eustatius collectively we (government, emergency support services, Island Support Team … [Read more] about Alida Francis about start of Hurricane Season: ‘As Strong as our Weakest Link’

First 2021 Atlantic hurricane season forecast: active season expected

Apr 11, 2021 Admin 856 0

Caribbean Weather Center has finished its first forecast for the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season (tenth year forecasting since 2012) and calls for an active season with a total of 16 tropical storms, 8 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes. As always with a margin … [Read more] about First 2021 Atlantic hurricane season forecast: active season expected

KNMI and Marines present on Saba for work on North Trail

Apr 06, 2021 reporter 299 0

The Bottom, Saba- The Government of Saba reminds residents of the presence today of a time of the KNMI and Dutch Marines on the island to work on the North trail. For safety reasons, there will be a closure at the Well's Bay road from below the last house … [Read more] about KNMI and Marines present on Saba for work on North Trail

Meteorological Service Warns for Rough Seas on Tuesday

Jan 25, 2021 reporter 678 0

Kralendijk- The Royal Dutch Meteorological Institute (KNMI) warns that rough seas are expeced around Bonaire on Tuesday, January 26. The wind will have a force of 22 knots from the east. The waves can reach a height of 3 to 4 meters. Owners of small … [Read more] about Meteorological Service Warns for Rough Seas on Tuesday

Bonaire Government Issues Rain & Flood Warning

Nov 17, 2020 reporter 930 0

Kralendijk- The Government of Bonaire has issued a warning for a large amount of rain which will continue to fall in coming hours. Government calls on residents to take precautions, as the Dutch Meteorological Institute (KNMI) is expecting much more rain … [Read more] about Bonaire Government Issues Rain & Flood Warning

Center of Kralendijk Flooded after Heavy Rainfall

Nov 12, 2020 reporter 1171 0

Kralendijk- The center of Kralendijk during the night got heavily flooded during to heavy rainfall. While there was quite some rain all over the island, the center of Kralendijk, know as 'centrumgebied' for the longest while has had problems with flooding … [Read more] about Center of Kralendijk Flooded after Heavy Rainfall

Severe Weather Warning for Bonaire

Nov 08, 2020 reporter 809 1

Kralendijk- The Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) warns for severe weather on Bonaire from Sunday afternoon. The weather system is moving from Venezuela to Bonaire. This, according to KNMI, is accompanied by a lot of rain and strong wind. … [Read more] about Severe Weather Warning for Bonaire

Rainfall and Thunderstorms Expected in Bonaire

Oct 20, 2020 reporter 726 0

Kralendijk- According to the Dutch Weather Center, KNMI, Rain and Thunderstorms are expected in Bonaire later this afternoon. The bad weather first reached Aruba earlier today, where it caused a lot of rain, local flooding and rough seas. The weather system … [Read more] about Rainfall and Thunderstorms Expected in Bonaire

Armed forces supporting local authorities in Sint Maarten

Jul 29, 2020 reporter 691 0

Philipsburg - Due to the possible arrival of tropical storm Isaias, the Defense has been supporting local authorities in Sint Maarten since this morning. The storm is expected to pass through the island tonight, causing major flooding. The armed forces … [Read more] about Armed forces supporting local authorities in Sint Maarten

WINAIR St. Maarten sales office closed due to Tropical Storm

Jul 29, 2020 reporter 596 0

Philipsburg - With the threat of the potential tropical storm conditions, which can be expected on Wednesday July 29, 2020 WINAIR hereby informs the general public that their Sales Office on the Airport Road will be closed for the safety of their … [Read more] about WINAIR St. Maarten sales office closed due to Tropical Storm

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