Jamaica in the Crosshairs of a Tropical Storm

Jamaica in the Crosshairs of a Tropical Storm

The country is bracing, for what may be a battering from the elements this weekend, given projections with the development of a tropical wave, which is expected to strengthen over the next couple of days. This severe weather condition has the potential to do...
Coastal Community to Benefit from Land Rehab Project

Coastal Community to Benefit from Land Rehab Project

The coastal community of Old Harbour Bay, in St. Catherine is set to benefit from an initiative by the Jamaica Red Cross Society, through international partnerships. The Eco-Disaster Risk Reduction project, (Eco-DRR) seeks to increase the resilience of communities...
7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Haiti

7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Haiti

The Haitian government has declared a state of emergency after over 200 people have died as a result of a 7.2 magnitude earthquake that hit the nation Saturday, August 14. At least 1,800 people were injured, according to Haiti’s Civil Protection Service. The...