Health
July 7, 2024
Charles F Broome EarlyAct Club Donates to Barbados Alliance to End Homelessness with Rotary Club Support
The Charles F Broome EarlyAct club donated funds raised through jewelry sales to the Barbados Alliance to End Homelessness. Rotary Club of Barbados matched the donation, totaling $1,000. Notable attendees included Rotarians and school officials.
July 7, 2024
2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast: Experts Predict Severe Storms After Historic Development of Hurricane Beryl
The 2024 Atlantic Hurricane season is expected to be severe due to the rapid intensification of Hurricane Beryl. Experts attribute this to warm conditions in the Atlantic and Caribbean.
July 6, 2024
Fatal Accident in Green Island, Jamaica During Hurricane Beryl Concerns Community
Fatal incident during Hurricane Beryl as Kayon Sterling was struck by a falling tree while investigating Internet service outage. Neighbours and relatives mourn her tragic death in Hanover.
July 6, 2024
Barbados Light & Power Restores Electricity After Hurricane Beryl: Update on Recovery Efforts
Barbados Light & Power Company restores power to all customers affected by Hurricane Beryl. Crews work diligently to ensure safety and reliability of service, ready to assist other impacted islands.
July 6, 2024
Beryl Strengthens as It Heads Towards Texas, Expected to Reach Hurricane Status Again
Hurricane Beryl, after impacting Mexico, is forecasted to reach southern Texas as a strong Category 1 storm, potentially intensifying rapidly due to warm Gulf waters. Residents are advised to monitor its progress closely.
July 6, 2024
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Pathology Laboratory Staff to Meet CEO Over Environmental Concerns | NUPW Raises Health Issues
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital's pathology lab staff and NUPW will meet with CEO Neil Clarke to address long-standing environmental issues. Staff concerns include health impacts and lack of action.
July 6, 2024
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Laboratory Staff Stage Walkout Over Health Hazards: Urgent Calls for Improved Working Conditions
Staff at Queen Elizabeth Hospital laboratory staged a walkout protesting severe health hazards in their work environment. Years of complaints about perilous conditions persist despite appeals for improvement. Union calls for urgent new facility.
July 5, 2024
Hurricane Beryl Strikes Cancun/Tulum, Focusing on Impacts and Precautionary Measures
Hurricane Beryl hits Mexican coast near Cancun and Tulum, causing damage and prompting warnings of dangerous storm surges. Mexico issues red alert as the storm weakens over Yucatan Peninsula.
July 5, 2024
Caribbean Disaster Agency Sends 147 Metric Tonnes of Ready-to-Eat Food to Grenada and Neighbouring Islands Post-Hurricane Beryl
Tonnes of ready-to-eat food are being sent to Grenada for distribution to hurricane-affected islands. The initiative, led by CDEMA and the World Food Programme, aims to provide essential support quickly.
July 4, 2024
Caribbean Disaster Relief Efforts Underway Following Hurricane Beryl's Impact: CDEMA Executive Provides Updates
CDEMA Executive Elizabeth Riley updates on Hurricane Beryl impact in the Caribbean. Relief efforts underway for devastated islands. Support from CARICOM governments and international institutions. Evacuation and aid coordination ongoing.
July 4, 2024
Regional Security System Deploys Combined Police and Military Teams to Aid Hurricane-Affected Grenada and St Vincent and the Grenadines
Regional Security System (RSS) deploys combined police and military teams to Grenada and St Vincent following Hurricane Beryl's significant damage. Immediate relief efforts activated for affected islands, coordinating with CDEMA for assistance.
July 4, 2024
Hurricane Beryl Leaves Trail of Destruction in Caribbean, Heads Towards Cayman Islands and Mexico
Hurricane Beryl heads towards Cayman Islands and Mexico after causing devastation in Caribbean islands, leaving at least 10 dead. Evacuations and preparations underway as storm approaches tourist areas.