U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— The Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI) is pleased to announce the initial payment of $2,500,000.00 to Pafford Medical Services, representing a critical step toward settling the arrears owed for the vital emergency medical care provided to the territory. This payment, appropriated by the Virgin Islands Legislature through Act 8875 at the […]
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Six days after Tropical Storm Ernesto, Communications Director Richard Motta Jr., VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen, and key agencies provided an essential update at Government House on St. Croix. Director Motta began the briefing by emphasizing the importance of taking preparedness tips seriously in order to save lives within the community. The
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U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS (August 15, 2024) – Following the recent tropical storm, The Virgin Islands Water & Power Authority (“WAPA” or the “Authority”) has been working around the clock to restore power to residents and address emergencies on the ground. The Authority understands the challenges and inconveniences faced by the community during this time and
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS (August 15, 2024) – Following the recent tropical storm, The Virgin Islands Water & Power Authority (“WAPA” or the “Authority”) has been working around the clock to restore power to its valued customers and address emergencies on the ground. The Authority understands the challenges and inconveniences faced by the community during this
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Following the impacts from Tropical Storm Ernesto, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has announced that all government offices will remain closed today to ensure the safety of all employees and the public. This closure pertains to all non-essential government services. Essential emergency services will continue to operate to manage the storm’s aftermath.
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Residents Urged to Remain Vigilant, at Home Until Storm Passes U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The National Weather Service in Puerto Rico has upgraded the tropical storm watch for the U.S. Virgin Islands, the British Virgin Islands, Vieques, and Culebra to a hurricane watch. This change, made at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, indicates that Tropical Storm Ernesto
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U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— In response to the impending arrival of Tropical Storm Ernesto, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has authorized the early dismissal of all non-essential government employees across the U.S. Virgin Islands. This precautionary measure, effective at 12:00 PM today, is to ensure the safety of our workforce and allow ample time for personal preparations
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. conducted the weekly briefing on Monday from Government House on St. Thomas. He was joined by VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen, who provided an update on the approach of Tropical Storm Ernesto, which is expected to impact the Territory with heavy rain and winds beginning Tuesday night into
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U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Government of the Virgin Islands today acknowledged Pafford Medical Services’ decision to conclude their emergency medical service operations in the territory. Pafford was initially contracted during the critical stages in the aftermath of Hurricanes Irma and Maria and COVID-19 pandemic to enhance the territory’s emergency response capabilities. The arrangement with
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS—Talks continue to advance on a Technical Cooperation Agreement between the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), marking an upgrade from their previous functional cooperation. This enhanced partnership will be formalized next through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which aims to bring substantial benefits to both the USVI and the
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