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Denis O'Brien

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Denis O’Brien, calls on UK government to “Step up and do the right thing”

Digicel chairman, Denis O’Brien, calls on UK government to “Step up and do the right thing” for volcano-ravaged former colony St. Vincent & The Grenadines Labels the lack of support as “a slap in the face” With the island of St. Vincent & the Grenadines facing a humanitarian crisis with the ongoing La Soufriere volcanic activity causing the mass displacement of over 30,000 people, food insecurity and a potential public […]

todayApril 20, 2021

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Public Health Advisory due to the La Soufriere Volcano Eruption

The Ministry of Health and Wellness continues to monitor the latest developments of the volcanic eruption of the La Soufriere Volcano in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Ash fall is the most likely volcanic hazard, which can result in eye, skin and breathing problems. Exposure to ash fall can result in cough, breathlessness, chest tightness, and wheezing due to irritation of the lining of the airways by fine particles. The […]

todayApril 14, 2021

Earthquake off the coast of Dominica

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Earthquake off the coast of Dominica

Local reports of Mid Morning tremors have been attributed to an earthquake off the coast of Dominica. Confirmation of the quake was issued by the University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre, earlier today.  The seismic event is reported to have reached a 5.2 magnitude on the Richter scale, which classifies quakes within the range of 5.0 to 5.9 as moderate. A report on the quake identified the time […]

todayJanuary 9, 2020