Month: October 2017

WMO and CIMH to co-host international weather, climate and water science training symposium in Barbados this week
October 29, 2017 (Bridgetown, Barbados) – This week, about 85 weather, climate and water experts from around the world will meet here…

Restoration of immediate food production needed for Dominica’s rural population as country tries to recover after the impact of Hurricane Maria
26 October 2017, Bridgetown, Barbados (FAO): Dominica’s food production requires immediate restoration as a result of widespread devastation to agriculture and fisheries…

Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology: Weather Briefing (October 2017)
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Take part in CDM10 Youth Online Competition for a chance to win a tablet
The CDEMA Coordinating Unit (CU) is sensitive to the impact that disasters and climate change have on vulnerable populations including the youth.…

Caribbean shark fisheries experts work towards development of regional plan of action for the conservation and management of sharks and rays
Shark and ray fisheries and conservation experts, as well as fisheries officers, from 15 Caribbean countries met here last week to discuss…

U.S. Virgin Islands getting back to business following September storms
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS (October 11, 2017) – The U.S. Virgin Islands is getting back to the business of welcoming visitors to its…

Hurricane Maria – CDEMA’s Situation Report #9 as of October 6, 2017
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Hurricane Maria – CDEMA’s Situation Report #8 as of October 4, 2017
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Hurricane Maria – CDEMA’s Situation Report #7 as of October 1-2, 2017
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U.S. Virgin Islands thanks cruise and airline partners for Hurricane Relief
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS (October 1, 2017) – Approximately 4,500 residents and visitors who have been impacted by Hurricanes Irma and Maria have…