BVI DDM

Fostering comprehensive disaster management and climate change adaptation as a way of life.

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

For day three, we encourage you to #BeReady by reviewing your insurance coverages!

[IFRC @ifrc]

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

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

For the second in our 30 Ways in 30 Days series, we encourage you to meet some neighbours! Especially if you haven't been in your present home long, village elders can be a resource to help protect the entire community.

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

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.

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

Happy anniversary to the IFRC, and especially to our partners @bviredcross!!

[IFRC @ifrc]

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.

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

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.
https://t.co/rTvOwkqavW

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

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

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

We're on the countdown to #CaribeWave!
If you'll be joining us from the #BVI, please take a moment to register at https://t.co/NfeAmy4Awc

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

CONGRATULATIONS to the dedicated men and women from the VI and other Caribbean states for completing CARICOM Disaster Response Unit Training last week!
🇻🇬🇲🇸🇩🇲🇬🇩🇱🇨🇰🇳🇻🇨 🤝💪

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

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.

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

Some action steps are:

��Check your spare batteries to ensure they still have power
🧳Confirm that your travel documents are not due for renewal
✅Review any insurance policies or make an appointment with an insurer
🗺️Practise getting to your evacuation location as a team

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

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.

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

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: https://t.co/b2nlSnxR6y

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

Caribe Wave is around the corner! If you're in the BVI and you'll be joining us, please register at: https://t.co/NfeAmy4Awc

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

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 🇻🇬💪

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

Reminder - the January system test takes place on Friday the 23rd! Listen out for our alerts and let us know after the test which ones you heard 👂

[NWS San Juan @NWSSanJuan]

[Jan 22nd] ⚠️HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS FOR SMALL CRAFT AND BEACHGOERS⚠️

🌊⛵🏊Small Craft Advisories/High Rip Current Risk in effect.

⚠️CONDICIONES PELIGROSAS PARA EMBARCACIONES PEQUEÑAS Y BAÑISTAS⚠️

🌊⛵🏊Advertencias para Embarcaciones Pequeñas/Riesgo Alto de Corrientes Marinas.

[NWS San Juan @NWSSanJuan]

Jan 20] ⚠️🌬️ Breezy to windy conditions are anticipated, especially tomorrow (Wed). Please secure outdoor items to prevent damage. | Se anticipan condiciones ventosas, especialmente mañana (miércoles). Por favor asegure los objetos al aire libre para evitar daños.

#PRwx #USVIwx

[BVI DDM @BVIDDM]

DDM Meteorologist joined colleagues from around the region for a workshop focused on #Weather and #InformationSharing
https://t.co/9oxeTro5l4

[World Meteorological Organization @WMO]

@WCRP_climate's APARC releases a landmark report on global atmospheric impacts of the 2022 Hunga volcanic eruption

159 scientists. 21 countries. 3 years. One report.

More information here: https://t.co/p6zRPL51y8

#WCRP #APARC #ScienceforAction #HungaEruption