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The value of drones in disaster relief operations...
Drone operators with @HMSTrent demonstrated how they could deliver life-saving aid to communities cut off by hurricane destruction in a first-of-its-kind trial in the Caribbean.
Read more: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/o…
Today's the day!
A real earthquake won't give you any warning, so listen out for our alerts today, and take a moment to practise with us as the Virgin Islands joins the world's biggest earthquake drill.
It's almost earthquake exercise time again! Read all about it: gov.vg/news/vi-join-worlds-l…
Check out the latest @CLPConnects newsletter for excellent advice on supporting loved ones with dementia this hurricane season from our own @vialzaware!
caricad.net/horizon-newslett…
BVI DDM retweeted
[July 14] Moderate to high concentrations of Saharan Dust will continue across the area, please follow medical recommendations. | Concentraciones moderadas a altas de polvo del Sahara continúan a través de la zona, por favor sigas las recomendaciones médicas. #prwx #usviwx
ALT ENG: A National Weather Service in San Juan infographic from July 14, 2026, featuring Latest GOES-19 Satellite Imagery over the Tropical Atlantic. It shows a large plume of dust across the ocean, noting that a Dense Saharan Air Layer (SAL) will continue to bring moderate to high dust concentrations over the next few days. ESP: Una infografía del Servicio Nacional de Meteorología en San Juan del 14 de julio de 2026, mostrando las Imágenes Satelitales GOES-19 más Recientes sobre el Atlántico Tropical. Muestra una gran nube de polvo en el océano e indica que una densa Capa de Aire del Sahara (SAL) continuará trayendo concentraciones de polvo de moderadas a altas durante los próximos días.
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Heat Action Day bring communities together worldwide to tackle the growing threat of extreme heat. This year's theme, indoor heat, puts the spotlight on the health risks people face inside their homes, schools, workplaces, and care facilities.
As the organization that created Heat Action Day, the @IFRC each year encourages people to take concrete action to prevent heat related illness and death.
Here are some life-saving tips to protect yourself and others from indoor heat. #BeatTheHeat
What is *30 Ways in 30 Days* ?
Throughout June, we're sharing a simple daily tip to help the Virgin Islands stay storm ready! Up first, a reminder to monitor conditions in the Atlantic Basin so you don't get caught by surprise.
Happy anniversary to the IFRC, and especially to our partners @bviredcross!!
Together, we are united in humanity, now and always.
Together, let's continue to pave the way for more compassion for another 107 years and beyond.
Today marks the 107th anniversary of the founding of the @IFRC.
The IFRC, formerly called the League of Red Cross Societies, was established in 1919 in Paris at the Regina Hotel by representatives from five founding Red Cross societies. 🇯🇵🇬🇧🇺🇸🇫🇷🇮🇹
For over 100 years, the solidarity and dedication within the IFRC network have been unwavering. Thank you to all our volunteers and our staff.
In a coastal community, it’s ALWAYS important to know where to go in case of a tsunami. Head to our website for free, full-sized versions of these maps to help make a plan for you, your family or your business.
bviddm.com/use-these-maps-to…
We're on the countdown to #CaribeWave!
If you'll be joining us from the #BVI, please take a moment to register at surveymonkey.com/r/NationalE…
Even if you can't make it for the exercise, you should still review your tsunami safety procedures together with your family or team so you can be #TsunamiReady
CONGRATULATIONS to the dedicated men and women from the VI and other Caribbean states for completing CARICOM Disaster Response Unit Training last week!
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The participants in CDRU Training have finished their sit-down learning. Now, it's time for them to put their knowledge to the test. Here, the team gets a briefing from DDM Deputy Director Michel Ambrose, whose role in Friday and Saturday's exercise is the incident commander.
Reminder - the February system test takes place this week!
No action is required as part of the test, but the Department of Disaster Management encourages residents to take a few minutes to improve preparedness at home, work or school.
The BVI is hosting a team of 15 Caribbean first response personnel for a field deployment training and exercise February 23 to 28. The training is being led by @cdemacu and will also include 16 VI police and fire officers.
Read more: gov.vg/news/vi-host-regional…
Caribe Wave is around the corner! If you're in the BVI and you'll be joining us, please register at: surveymonkey.com/r/NationalE…
The @bviredcross certified 3 new First Aid Instructors this month. Congratulations to the newly certified trainers: the Department of Disaster Management's Jacob Adolphus, as well as BVI Red Cross officers Trishawna Lawrence and Aiesha Roberts 🇻🇬💪
