Secure Your Homes For Disasters

Secure Your Homes For Disasters

Barbadians are being urged to secure their homes and make them the primary hub of safety during a disaster. In its message to mark the International Day for Disaster Reduction, recognised today, Friday, October 13, the Department of Emergency Management, has joined...
Shutdown Procedures To Be Reviewed

Shutdown Procedures To Be Reviewed

There is a need for wider consultation on Barbados’ National Shutdown Procedures. And, Director of the Department of Emergency Management (DEM), Kerry Hinds, has indicated that as with any plan or procedure, there will be a need to review it “from time to time”. She...
Flood Warning For Tropical Storm Maria

Flood Warning For Tropical Storm Maria

A flood warning is now in effect for Barbados as feeder bands from Tropical Storm (TS) Maria begin to produce pockets of moderate to heavy showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across Barbados. The warning was issued by the Barbados Meteorological Services at 12:00...
DEM Hosting Sign Language Course

DEM Hosting Sign Language Course

The Department of Emergency Management (DEM) has commenced a sign language interpretation course to train emergency responders and community volunteers to lend assistance to the deaf community if the need arises. Under the theme: All Hands on Deck, the first training...

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