Wednesday 6 November 2024

ODPEM Head Says, "All-Clear Following the Passage of Tropical Storm Rafael"

Press Release From ODPEM - 20241106 1800 EST:

Richard Thompson - Actg. Head of ODPEM


KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) has given the ‘All Clear’ to the public following the passage of Tropical Storm Rafael. The Meteorological Service of Jamaica has also discontinued the Flash Flood Warning and Watch for low-lying and flood-prone areas across the island.

There are currently three (3) shelters opened across Kingston and St. Andrew, Clarendon and  Westmoreland with a total number of 46 persons. The shelter in St. Thomas has been deactivated. 

The country is asked to stay alert as unstable weather, which include showers and thunderstorms which could lead to flooding in some areas given the level of ground saturation, is expected for the next few days. 

The ODPEM will continue to monitor the situation. 



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Jamaica on Camera To The World!

Barbican on camera.


I am happy to see that we are able to see various areas of Jamaica on the Internet. This will be good for our security, tourism, and traffic management. We will have fun watching these pictures. Now the criminals will get caught on camera so the will avoid public places. We need more cameras. Jamaica is on camera.



 


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Your WhatsApp Account Maybe In Danger - Secure It Now!!!

Watch and listen to the video below that explains how to secure your WhatsApp account. Many persons' accounts are being hacked because there is no security on their WhatsApp accounts. The effect of this can be extremely devastating.

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Tuesday 5 November 2024

Bulletin 14 From The Meteorological Service

 

Press Release From The Meteorological Office - 20241105:

Although the TROPICAL STORM WARNING for Jamaica has now been discontinued, a Flash Flood Warning is now in effect for southern parishes (Westmoreland, St Elizabeth, Manchester, Clarendon, St Catherine, Kingston, St Andrew and St Thomas) and a Flash Flood Watch for northern parishes (Hanover, St James, Trelawny, St Ann, St Mary and Portland) until 5:00 p.m. The centre of Tropical Storm Rafael continues to move away from the western coast of Jamaica; however, rainbands east of the centre continue to impact conditions across the island.

Flash Flood Warning - Flooding has been reported or will occur shortly.    Residents are warned about possible fast rising waters and urged to take   precautionary action. Motorists, pedestrians and other road users are    also warned of the dangers of crossing fords, flooded streets or other flooded areas.

Flash Flood Watch - Flash flooding is possible, and residents are urged to take precautionary measures.  

At 1:00 p.m. the centre of Tropical Storm Rafael was located near latitude 18.6 degrees North, longitude 79.1 degrees West. This is about 115 kilometres (70 miles) west north-west of Montego Bay, and 90 kilometres (55 miles) west north-west of Negril Point, Jamaica.


Rafael is now moving toward the northwest near 23 km/h (14 mph) and this general motion is expected to continue over the next few days. On the forecast track, the storm is forecast to continue moving away from Jamaica

today, be near the Cayman Islands this evening and tonight, and be near or over western Cuba on Wednesday.

Maximum sustained winds remain near 95 km/h (60 mph) with higher gusts. Some strengthening is forecast over the next 24 to 36 hours, and Rafael is expected to become a hurricane near the Cayman Islands, strengthening further before it makes landfall in Cuba.  Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 165 kilometres (105 miles) from the centre.

Rainfall amounts of over 75-97 millimetres (3-4 inches), have been reported over sections of some southern parishes, resulting in flooding.  Based on the forecast for more rain from the spiral bands around Tropical Storm Rafael, these are expected to continue through the afternoon and into the evening. Expect periods of heavy rainfall, measuring 75-150 mm (3-6 inches),

to continue over Jamaica today, producing flash flooding in flood-prone

areas island-wide.  Higher amounts are likely in higher elevations and landslides should also be anticipated along hilly slopes of the island. Strong, gusty winds are also expected to continue in thunderstorms and squalls, associated with Rafael’s spiral bands. 

Small craft operators are reminded to remain in safe harbour until wind and sea conditions have returned to normal over marine areas. 

This is the Final Bulletin that will be issued on Tropical Storm Rafael; however, the Meteorological Service continues to monitor the progress of this and other severe weather systems. 

All interests are encouraged to pay special attention to further News Releases from the National Meteorological Centre.


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What's Happening November 5, 2023

 Sydenham villa audley close


Sydenham Villa, Audley Close is now flooded. There is mud in the area. Residents report that there is nowhere for the water to run off.


Message To Principals In Region 6 Officer


I would like my readers to look at the message shown above which was sent by an Education Officer to the principals in the Ministry of Education Region 6 area. Please assess it and let me know what you think. I have my own thoughts but we are now living in a madern world and sometimes I believe my belief system and modus operandi are probably outdated.

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Who Says We Are Poor - Wasting Water


We blame politicians when we need to blame public servants. Who is in charge of the National Water Commission?

Flooding in St. Thomas



America in Labour

Someone sent me another message stating that America is now in labour and soon we will know if it is a boy or a girl. The USA has been through a lot of pain and we hope that the birth will not bring more pain.

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Bulletin 13 From The Meteorological Service

Press Release From The Meteorological Office - 20241105:



today, while a Flash Flood Warning is now in effect for southern parishes and a Flash Flood Watch for the rest of the country until 5:00 p.m. The centre of Tropical Storm Rafael continues to move away from the western coast of Jamaica; however, as the system gets better organized, rainbands north and east of the centre are expected to continue to impact conditions across the island today.

At 10:00 a.m. the centre of Tropical Storm Rafael was located near latitude 17.8 degrees North, longitude 78.6 degrees West. This is about 105 kilometres (65 miles) southwest of Montego Bay, and 65 kilometres (40 miles) west-southwest of Negril Point, Jamaica.

Rafael continues to move toward the northwest near 20 km/h (13 mph) and this general motion is expected to continue over the next few days. On the forecast track, the storm is forecast to continue moving away from Jamaica today, be near the Cayman Islands this evening and tonight, and be near or over western Cuba on Wednesday.

Maximum sustained winds remain near 95 km/h (60 mph) with higher gusts. Some strengthening is forecast over the next 24 to 36 hours, and Rafael is expected to become a hurricane near the Cayman Islands, strengthening further before it makes landfall in Cuba. Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 165 kilometres (105 miles) from the centre.

Rainfall amounts of over 75 millimetres (3 inches), are being reported over sections of some southern parishes, resulting in flooding events. Based on the current projected track and the forecast for more rain, these are expected to increase during the morning.  Expect periods of heavy rainfall, measuring 75-150 mm (3-6 inches), to continue over Jamaica today, producing flash flooding in flood-prone areas island-wide.

Higher amounts are likely in higher elevations and landslides should also be anticipated in vulnerable sections of the island. Strong, gusty winds are also expected to continue in thunderstorms and squalls, associated with Rafael’s spiral bands. 

Small craft operators are reminded to remain in safe harbour until all warning messages are effectively lifted and wind and sea conditions have returned to normal.  The Meteorological Service continues to monitor the progress of Tropical Storm Rafael, and all interests are encouraged to pay special attention to further Releases.

The next Bulletin, which is likely to be the final one on this system, will be issued at 2:00 p.m. today.



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Sustained Heavy Rainfall and Strong Winds from Tropical Storm Rafael Cause Power Outages

 Press Release From The JPS - 20241105:

Hugh Grant

(Kingston –  Tuesday, November 5, 2024 / 7:00am) Some JPS customers are currently without electricity, as a result of sustained rainfall and strong winds from Tropical Storm Rafael.

“It is much too early to determine the full impact of the tropical storm on the electricity network because we are still feeling the effects of the weather system,” said JPS President & CEO, Hugh Grant. “We have customers in several parishes currently without supply, mostly in the southern and western sections of the island. We intend to restore the affected customers as soon as it is safe to do so, and ask for patience as we move quickly into assessing and repairing the damage to the network.” 

The JPS CEO explained that, while JPS will do its best to restore power supply to customers as quickly as possible, safety will be a number one priority. “Prior to the storm’s arrival, we activated our 24-hour Adverse Weather Incident Command operations to ensure safe and timely response to outages caused by the weather system. Crews and resources were moved into locations to allow for restoration to begin as soon as it is safe to do so. But it is possible that in some areas, the teams may not be able to respond immediately because of unsafe conditions,” he said.

In the meantime, JPS is urging members of the public to stay away from fallen poles and downed power lines, and to assume that all lines are energized. “Stay away and report it to us,” Grant stressed. 

Customers are reminded not to pay anyone to reconnect their electricity supply, as this is done free of charge by JPS and its authorized agents. “Paying unauthorized persons to reconnect your power puts you, your family and your property at risk. Report all such offers to us or the police,” the JPS President & CEO advised. “We understand the inconvenience caused by the loss of power, and as we work to get your power back on as safely and quickly as possible, we commit to keeping you updated with information on the restoration activities promised.

Customers can make reports and get updates through the MyJPS Mobile App, social media channels @myjpsonline, and the JPS WhatsApp channel.


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Bulletin 12 From The Meteorologic Service

The Following is Bulletin 12 From The Meteorological Service Jamaica - 20241105:



The centre of Tropical Storm Rafael has begun to move away from the western coast of Jamaica while the system gets better organized; meanwhile, the TROPICAL STORM WARNING remains in effect for the island.  This means that tropical storm conditions, including strong gusty winds and heavy rainfall are still expected today.

At 7:00 a.m. the centre of Tropical Storm Rafael was located near latitude 17.4

degrees North, longitude 78.4 degrees West. This is about 130 kilometres (80 miles) south-southwest of Montego Bay, and 180 kilometres (110 miles) south of Negril Point, Jamaica.

Rafael continues to move toward the northwest near 20 km/h (13 mph) and a generally northwestward motion is anticipated over the next few days.  On the forecast track, the storm is expected to begin moving away from Jamaica this morning, be near the Cayman Islands tonight, and be near or over western Cuba on Wednesday.

Maximum sustained winds remain near 95 km/h (60 mph) with higher gusts. Steady to rapid intensification is forecast over the next 24 to 36 hours, making Rafael a hurricane near the Cayman Islands, with further strengthening before it makes landfall in Cuba.

Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 165 kilometres (105 miles) from the centre.

Rainfall amounts of over 75 millimetres (3 inches), are being reported across Jamaica, primarily in sections of southern parishes, resulting in a few flooding events. Based on the current forecast track, these are expected to increase during the morning. Expect periods of heavy rainfall, measuring 75-150 mm (3-6 inches), to continue to spread across Jamaica today, producing flash flooding in flood-prone areas island-wide. Higher amounts are likely in higher elevations and landslides should also be anticipated in vulnerable sections of the island.  Strong, gusty winds are also expected to continue, mainly in thunderstorms and squalls, as Rafael gradually moves away. 

Small craft operators are reminded to remain in safe harbour until all warning messages have been lifted and wind and sea conditions have returned to normal. The Meteorological Service continues to monitor the progress of Tropical Storm Rafael, and all interests are encouraged to pay special attention to further Releases.


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Road at Troja in St. Catherine Impassable

The rains have started and it is best to stay off the road especially in areas known for flooding. I just received a video of flooding in Troja in St. Catherine where the road is  now blocked.

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Weather Alert - November 4, 2024, Bulletin 10

The following is Bulletin 10 Weather Alert update from the Meteorological Service Jamaica.


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