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First Tropical Wave of 2025 Hurricane Season forms off West Africa, Could Impact Lesser Antilles By Weekend

Castries, Saint Lucia – May 19, 2025 The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season is officially underway with the emergence of its first tropical wave, which developed off the west coast of Africa in recent days. Meteorologists report the system is currently positioned...

NEMO Issues Alert as 2025 Hurricane Season Begins: NOAA Predicts Active Season with 21 Named Storms

As the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially kicks off, the National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) is urging all Saint Lucians to prioritize safety and preparedness amid forecasts of an active season. The season, which runs from June 1 to November...

Saint Lucia’s Emergency Lines Restored After Days-Long Disruption

Emergency services in Saint Lucia were fully restored Thursday following a disruption that rendered the country’s key emergency telephone line 911 non-functional for several days. The outage affected both the Saint Lucia Fire and Emergency Services and the Royal Saint...

Press Release: Flood Warning Issues For Saint Lucia

Significant moisture and instability associated with a shearline are currently affecting the island producing heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms.  Showers over the past 12 hours in Saint Lucia have resulted in rainfall accumulations exceeding 25.4 millimeters (1 inch).  Additional rainfall...

Mini-Tornado’ Wreaks Havoc in Guadeloupe: Orange Alert Issued Amid Torrential Rains

‘Mini-Tornado’ Wreaks Havoc in Guadeloupe: Orange Alert Issued Amid Torrential Rains Residents of Baie-Mahault, Guadeloupe were left reeling on Sunday afternoon after what French media have described as a “mini-tornado” tore through the community, causing widespread panic and damage, particularly...

Five Injured in Rodney Bay Collision, Including 7-Year-Old Child

RODNEY BAY, SAINT LUCIA – Emergency crews were called to the scene of a motor vehicle collision in Rodney Bay late Thursday night, May 1st, where five individuals—including a young child—were injured. According to official reports from the Saint Lucia...

Daring Rescue at Petit Piton After Tourist Falls During Hike

A dramatic rescue operation unfolded on the slopes of Petit Piton late Tuesday afternoon after a male hiker reportedly slipped and fell during a climb, prompting a swift emergency response involving firefighters and experienced mountain guides. According to eyewitness accounts,...

Four Escape Serious Harm in Ti Rocher Micoud Collision

Four individuals are fortunate to be alive following a vehicular collision in Ti Rocher, Micoud, that could have had far more devastating consequences. The incident, which occurred shortly after 1 p.m. on Monday, involved a van and a truck and...

Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Collision on Brazil Street

A 22-year-old male motorcyclist was transported to hospital following a traffic collision on Brazil Street earlier today. The incident, which involved a motorcycle and a Jeep, occurred during the mid-morning hours and drew the attention of nearby pedestrians and...

UK Infant Dies After Resort Fall in Saint Lucia: Coroner Seeks Answers Amid Ongoing Investigations

A seven-month-old baby from the UK has died at a medical facility in Saint Lucia during a medical procedure, prompting British authorities to call on Saint Lucian officials for further information. According to UK media reports on April 14th, baby...

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TOT/Soca Village Blazes Through Rain-Soaked Quarterfinals: “We Are Not Just Here for Trophies”

On a rainy night that failed to dampen spirits, the TOT/Soca Village Calypso Tent blazed through its quarterfinal round...