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| News Release ? RADIO-ONLINE MEDIA ANNOUNCEMENT The island is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning.? Tropical Storm Isaac is forecast to pass Wednesday night approximately 110 miles South of the country. It has become common practice in different parts of the world when a natural disaster such as a hurricane strikes, a number of retailers will try to take advantage of the victims. Price gouging is when a retailer unnecessarily and callously increases their prices during a time of great panic or in an emergency situation.?? In order to avoid the above situation, the Office of Disaster Management has advised residents prior to the start of the hurricane season to prepare a disaster kit which should include non-perishable canned foods, water, batteries etc. Food items and sanitary products with a maximum price are: corned beef, sardines, soup, tuna in the can, vienna sausages, bottled water, toothpaste, mouth wash, dishwashing liquid, bath soaps, toilet paper, soap powder, disinfectant, batteries, glass candles, and hurricane lamps. Government has also set maximum prices for building materials that are used for securing one?s home or business during the last hours pending a hurricane strike. The maximum prices are for lumber, ply form, nails (galvanize, steel, concrete, zinc nails), paint, hammers, felt paper, flush doors, roof zinc, blocks, cement, P.V.C. fittings, and C.P.V.C. As a consumer, if you believe that a merchant has cheated or scammed you by engaging in price gouging, then you can call the Inspection Department at Tel. 543-7820, 542-4519 to file a complaint or email eainspection at sintmaartengov.org. # # #
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release ? RADIO-ONLINE MEDIA ANNOUNCEMENT ? Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org ? For Immediate Release: Wednesday, August 22, 2012/N234 ? Price controllers to be out to prevent price gouging ? GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? Section Inspection Head at the Department of Economic Affairs M. Thewet says economic controllers are currently out ?Wednesday- to prevent price gouging with respect to the passing of Tropical Storm Isaac. The island is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. Tropical Storm Isaac is forecast to pass Wednesday night approximately 110 miles South of the country. It has become common practice in different parts of the world when a natural disaster such as a hurricane strikes, a number of retailers will try to take advantage of the victims. Price gouging is when a retailer unnecessarily and callously increases their prices during a time of great panic or in an emergency situation. In order to avoid the above situation, the Office of Disaster Management has advised residents prior to the start of the hurricane season to prepare a disaster kit which should include non-perishable canned foods, water, batteries etc. Food items and sanitary products with a maximum price are: corned beef, sardines, soup, tuna in the can, vienna sausages, bottled water, toothpaste, mouth wash, dishwashing liquid, bath soaps, toilet paper, soap powder, disinfectant, batteries, glass candles, and hurricane lamps. Government has also set maximum prices for building materials that are used for securing one?s home or business during the last hours pending a hurricane strike. The maximum prices are for lumber, ply form, nails (galvanize, steel, concrete, zinc nails), paint, hammers, felt paper, flush doors, roof zinc, blocks, cement, P.V.C. fittings, and C.P.V.C. As a consumer, if you believe that a merchant has cheated or scammed you by engaging in price gouging, then you can call the Inspection Department at Tel. 543-7820, 542-4519 to file a complaint or email eainspection at sintmaartengov.org. # # # ? Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com, roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
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| - SxmDCOMM - RADIO BROADCAST - Tropical Storm Isaac continues towards the island of Guadeloupe; |
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| News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for the country of Sint Maarten.? The Office of Disaster Management (ODM) advises the community to continue to monitor radio broadcast and weather reports throughout Wednesday for any additional information. Isaac is forecasted to move through the Leeward Islands Wednesday evening and into the North Eastern Caribbean Sea on Thursday. A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area.? Tropical Storm Isaac at 8.00am according to the National Hurricane Center was located 210 miles East of Guadeloupe, and is moving West at 19 miles per hour. Maximum sustained winds are 45 miles per hour with higher gusts. Additional strengthening is forecasts during the next 48 hours and Isaac could become a Hurricane by Thursday.? Tropical Storm force winds extend outward 45 miles from the system center. ODM will continue to monitor the progress of this system.? # # #
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org ? For Immediate Release: Wednesday, August 22, 2012/N233 Advisory #6 ? 8.30AM ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Tropical Storm Isaac continues towards the island of Guadeloupe; Country remains under a Tropical Storm Warning ? GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? As of 8.00AM, Tropical Storm Isaac continues on its track towards the island of Guadeloupe. A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for the country of Sint Maarten. The Office of Disaster Management (ODM) advises the community to continue to monitor radio broadcast and weather reports throughout Wednesday for any additional information. Isaac is forecasted to move through the Leeward Islands Wednesday evening and into the North Eastern Caribbean Sea on Thursday. A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area. Tropical Storm Isaac at 8.00am according to the National Hurricane Center was located 210 miles East of Guadeloupe, and is moving West at 19 miles per hour. Maximum sustained winds are 45 miles per hour with higher gusts. Additional strengthening is forecasts during the next 48 hours and Isaac could become a Hurricane by Thursday. Tropical Storm force winds extend outward 45 miles from the system center. ODM will continue to monitor the progress of this system. # # # ? Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
| - SxmDCOMM - No school on Wednesday; Normal Business Operations |
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| News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? URGENT BULLETIN Tropical Storm Isaac, the ninth storm of the 2012 Atlantic hurricane season, is forecasted to pass Wednesday afternoon near Guadeloupe. Weather conditions around Guadeloupe up to as far as St. Eustatius and Saba are expected to deteriorate, with some impact on Sint Maarten. MDC has advised that a feeder rain band from Tropical Storm Isaac is expected to impact weather conditions on the island. The school closure is a precautionary measure. Businesses can open and operate as normal on Wednesday. A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for the country.? A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area.? ODM will continue to monitor the progress of this system.? # # #
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? URGENT BULLETIN ? Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org ? For Immediate Release: Tuesday, August 21, 2012/N230 Advisory #5 ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? No school on Wednesday; Normal business operations Country remains under a Tropical Storm Warning ? GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? The Prime Minister based on the advice of the Office of Disaster Management in consultation with the Meteorological Department of Curacao (MDC), has taken the decision late Tuesday that there will be no school on Wednesday, 22 August. Tropical Storm Isaac, the ninth storm of the 2012 Atlantic hurricane season, is forecasted to pass Wednesday afternoon near Guadeloupe. Weather conditions around Guadeloupe up to as far as St. Eustatius and Saba are expected to deteriorate, with some impact on Sint Maarten. MDC has advised that a feeder rain band from Tropical Storm Isaac is expected to impact weather conditions on the island. The school closure is a precautionary measure. Businesses can open and operate as normal on Wednesday. A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for the country. A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area. ODM will continue to monitor the progress of this system. # # # ? Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
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| ? ? St. Maarten Harbour Group of Companies Point Blanche St. Maarten Tel: (001-721) 542-8504/ ext 507 Fax: (001-721) 542-5048 ?? ? Harbour readies for inclement weather , Wednesday to Thursday. ? On Tuesday morning the Harbour was informed that the Allure of the Seas cancelled for Thursday August 23rd. Shipping agents have also advised the port that cargo ships previously scheduled to arrive Wednesday have committed to come as early as Tuesday night and Wednesday fore day to allow cargo to be offloaded to service their clients. The harbour is busy taking precautionary measures to ensure all equipment is safe. ?Harbour Village tenants have been asked to take care of any loose objects and to be alert for area?s vulnerable for ?heavy rainfall. Stevedoring companies are busy securing containers and other equipment away from the seawall as a precautionary measure. The dredge operations have been stopped and equipment is being secured. The harbor will remain open on Wednesday as long as possible to accommodate seagoing cargo vessels. Small pleasure craft are urged to seek shelter . The Simpson bay bridge will maintain opening times of 09:00 / 09:30 -11:00 / 11:30 ? 4:30 p.m and 5 :30 p.m. weather permitting. Wind velocity predictions vary so vessels ?seeking? shelter should enter the lagoon as soon as possible. The port authority and bridge operator can be reached on marine VHF Channel 12. ? ? |
| - SxmDCOMM - Depression becomes Tropical Storm Isaac; |
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| News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for the country based on information received by the Department of Disaster Management (ODM). A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area.? Tropical Storm Isaac at 5.00pm according to the NHC was located 500 miles East of Guadeloupe, and is moving West at 17 miles per hour. Sustained winds are near 40 miles per hour with higher gusts. Additional strengthening is forecasts during the next 48 hours.? Tropical Storm force winds extend outward from the system up to 45 miles to the Northeast of the center. ODM will continue to monitor the progress of this system.? # # #
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org ? For Immediate Release: Tuesday, August 21, 2012/N229 Advisory #4 ? 5.15PM ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Depression becomes Tropical Storm Isaac; Country remains under a Tropical Storm Warning ? GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? As of 5.00PM, Tropical Depression #9 was upgraded to Tropical Storm Isaac, the ninth storm of the 2012 Atlantic hurricane season. A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for the country based on information received by the Department of Disaster Management (ODM). A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area. Tropical Storm Isaac at 5.00pm according to the NHC was located 500 miles East of Guadeloupe, and is moving West at 17 miles per hour. Sustained winds are near 40 miles per hour with higher gusts. Additional strengthening is forecasts during the next 48 hours. Tropical Storm force winds extend outward from the system up to 45 miles to the Northeast of the center. ODM will continue to monitor the progress of this system. # # # ? Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
| - SxmDCOMM - Country remains under a Tropical Storm Warning |
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| News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT A hurricane hunter aircraft is approaching the Tropical Depression and additional information will be made available at 5.00pm when the next advisory will be issued by the National Hurricane Center (NHC). A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area.? Residents are advised to monitor radio broadcasts and weather reports throughout the remainder of today and Wednesday for updates. Tropical Depression #9 at 2.00pm according to the NHC was located 550 miles East of Guadeloupe, and is moving West at 18 miles per hour. Winds are near 35 miles per hour with higher gusts. The ODM continues to monitor this system for possible further development.? # # #
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org ? For Immediate Release: Tuesday, August 21, 2012/N228 Advisory #3 ? 2.15PM ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Country remains under a Tropical Storm Warning ? GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? As of 2.00PM a Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for the country based on information received by the Department of Disaster Management (ODM). A hurricane hunter aircraft is approaching the Tropical Depression and additional information will be made available at 5.00pm when the next advisory will be issued by the National Hurricane Center (NHC). A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area. Residents are advised to monitor radio broadcasts and weather reports throughout the remainder of today and Wednesday for updates. Tropical Depression #9 at 2.00pm according to the NHC was located 550 miles East of Guadeloupe, and is moving West at 18 miles per hour. Winds are near 35 miles per hour with higher gusts. The ODM continues to monitor this system for possible further development. # # # ? Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
| - SxmDCOMM - Country now under a Tropical Storm Warning; System expected to become a Tropical Storm later today |
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| News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area.? Residents are advised to monitor radio broadcasts and weather reports throughout the remainder of today and Wednesday for updates. Tropical Depression #9 at 11.00am was located over 500 miles East of Guadeloupe and is moving West at 20 miles per hour. Winds are near 35 miles per hour with higher gusts. The ODM continues to monitor this system for possible further development and will issue updates throughout today.? # # #
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org ? For Immediate Release: Tuesday, August 21, 2012/N227 Advisory #2 ? 11.30AM ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Country now under a Tropical Storm Warning; System expected to become a Tropical Storm later today ? GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? The Department of Disaster Management (ODM) has been informed that the Tropical Storm Watch has been upgraded to a Tropical Storm Warning. A Tropical Storm Warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours somewhere within the warning area. Residents are advised to monitor radio broadcasts and weather reports throughout the remainder of today and Wednesday for updates. Tropical Depression #9 at 11.00am was located over 500 miles East of Guadeloupe and is moving West at 20 miles per hour. Winds are near 35 miles per hour with higher gusts. The ODM continues to monitor this system for possible further development and will issue updates throughout today. # # # ? Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
| - SxmDCOMM - RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT BROADCAST - Country under Tropical Storm Watch; System expected to become Tropical Storm later today |
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| News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the next 48 hours.? Residents are advised to monitor radio broadcasts and weather reports throughout today and Wednesday for updates. This watch could be upgraded later today to a Tropical Storm Warning according to the MDC.? A warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours. The Tropical Wave (TW) associated with a Low Pressure system #94 of Monday developed into a Tropical Depression overnight, and it could be upgraded to a Tropical Storm later today.? Tropical Depression #9 at 8.00am was located over 600 miles East of Guadeloupe and is moving West at 20 miles per hour.? The ODM will be closely monitoring this system for possible further development and will issue updates throughout today.? # # #
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org ? For Immediate Release: Tuesday, August 21, 2012/N226 Advisory #1 ? 8.15AM ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Country under Tropical Storm Watch; System expected to become Tropical Storm later today ? GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? The Department of Disaster Management (ODM) has been informed by the Meteorological Department of Curacao (MDC) that the country is now under a Tropical Storm Watch. A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the next 48 hours. Residents are advised to monitor radio broadcasts and weather reports throughout today and Wednesday for updates. This watch could be upgraded later today to a Tropical Storm Warning according to the MDC. A warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours. The Tropical Wave (TW) associated with a Low Pressure system #94 of Monday developed into a Tropical Depression overnight, and it could be upgraded to a Tropical Storm later today. Tropical Depression #9 at 8.00am was located over 600 miles East of Guadeloupe and is moving West at 20 miles per hour. The ODM will be closely monitoring this system for possible further development and will issue updates throughout today. # # # ? Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
| - SxmDCOMM - RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT BROADCAST - Country under Tropical Storm Watch; System expected to become Tropical Storm later today |
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| News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the next 48 hours.? Residents are advised to monitor radio broadcasts and weather reports throughout today and Wednesday for updates. This watch could be upgraded later today to a Tropical Storm Warning according to the MDC.? A warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours. The Tropical Wave (TW) associated with a Low Pressure system #94 of Monday developed into a Tropical Depression overnight, and it could be upgraded to a Tropical Storm later today.? Tropical Depression #9 at 8.00am was located over 600 miles East of Guadeloupe and is moving West at 20 miles per hour.? The ODM will be closely monitoring this system for possible further development and will issue updates throughout today.? # # #
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org ? For Immediate Release: Tuesday, August 21, 2012/N226 Advisory #1 ? 8.15AM ? RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT ? Country under Tropical Storm Watch; System expected to become Tropical Storm later today ? GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? The Department of Disaster Management (ODM) has been informed by the Meteorological Department of Curacao (MDC) that the country is now under a Tropical Storm Watch. A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the next 48 hours. Residents are advised to monitor radio broadcasts and weather reports throughout today and Wednesday for updates. This watch could be upgraded later today to a Tropical Storm Warning according to the MDC. A warning means that storm conditions are expected within 36 hours. The Tropical Wave (TW) associated with a Low Pressure system #94 of Monday developed into a Tropical Depression overnight, and it could be upgraded to a Tropical Storm later today. Tropical Depression #9 at 8.00am was located over 600 miles East of Guadeloupe and is moving West at 20 miles per hour. The ODM will be closely monitoring this system for possible further development and will issue updates throughout today. # # # ? Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
| - SxmDCOMM - ODM calls on population to monitor weather reports as disturbance approaches islands |
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| News Release The National Hurricane Center out of Miami says that interests in the Lesser Antilles should monitor the progress of the disturbance which is forecasted to reach the Leeward Islands on Wednesday. The system on Monday afternoon was located approximately over 1000 miles east of the Lesser Antilles out in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean.? The disturbance is moving very fast at 20 to 25 miles per hour. The ODM will be closely monitoring this system for possible further development. # # #
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release ? Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org ? For Immediate Release: Monday, August 20, 2012/N226 ? ODM calls on population to monitor weather reports as disturbance approaches islands ? GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? The Department of Disaster Management (ODM) is calling on the population to monitor a Tropical Wave (TW) associated with a Low Pressure system #94, which on Monday has the potential to become a tropical storm within the next 48 hours. The National Hurricane Center out of Miami says that interests in the Lesser Antilles should monitor the progress of the disturbance which is forecasted to reach the Leeward Islands on Wednesday. The system on Monday afternoon was located approximately over 1000 miles east of the Lesser Antilles out in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean. The disturbance is moving very fast at 20 to 25 miles per hour. The ODM will be closely monitoring this system for possible further development. # # # ? Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
| - SxmDCOMM - Be aware of food and water safety this hurricane season |
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| News Release GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? During the hurricane season, residents must be prepared for different things.? The Office of Disaster Management in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health would like to bring forth the following tips regarding food and water safety before and after a hurricane strike. Make sure you have appliance thermometers in your refrigerator and freezer.? An appliance thermometer will indicate the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer in case of a power outage and help determine if the food is safe.? Make sure the freezer is at or below 0 degrees F and the refrigerator is at or below 40 degrees F. Freeze containers of water for ice to help keep food cold in the freezer, refrigerator, or coolers after the power is out.? If your normal water supply is contaminated or unavailable, the melting ice will supply drinking water. Freeze refrigerated items such as leftovers, milk, and fresh meat and poultry that you may not need immediately.? This helps keep them at a safe temperature longer.? Group food together in the freezer.? This helps the food stay cold longer.? Have coolers on hand to keep refrigerator food cold if the power will be out for more than four hours.? Purchase or make ice cubes and store in the freezer for use in the refrigerator or in a cooler.? Freeze gel packs ahead of time for use in coolers. Plan ahead and know where dry ice and block ice can be purchased.? Store food on shelves that will be safely out of the way of contaminated water in case of flooding.? Make sure to have a supply of bottled water stored where it will be as safe as possible from flooding. When the power goes out keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature.? The refrigerator will keep food cold for about four hours if it is unopened.? A full freezer will keep the temperature for approximately 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full) if the door remains closed. If you plan to eat refrigerated or frozen meat, poultry, fish or eggs while they are still at safe temperatures, it?s important that the food is thoroughly cooked to the proper temperature to assure that any food borne bacteria that may be present is destroyed. Wash fruits and vegetables with water from a safe source before eating.? For infants, if possible, use prepared, canned baby formula that requires no added water.? When using concentrated or powered formulas, prepare with bottled water if the local water source is potentially contaminated.? The hurricane season runs through November 30. # # # Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, St. Maarten D.W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org For Immediate Release: Monday, August 20, 2012/N224 Be aware of food and water safety this hurricane season GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? During the hurricane season, residents must be prepared for different things. The Office of Disaster Management in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health would like to bring forth the following tips regarding food and water safety before and after a hurricane strike. Make sure you have appliance thermometers in your refrigerator and freezer. An appliance thermometer will indicate the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer in case of a power outage and help determine if the food is safe. Make sure the freezer is at or below 0 degrees F and the refrigerator is at or below 40 degrees F. Freeze containers of water for ice to help keep food cold in the freezer, refrigerator, or coolers after the power is out. If your normal water supply is contaminated or unavailable, the melting ice will supply drinking water. Freeze refrigerated items such as leftovers, milk, and fresh meat and poultry that you may not need immediately. This helps keep them at a safe temperature longer. Group food together in the freezer. This helps the food stay cold longer. Have coolers on hand to keep refrigerator food cold if the power will be out for more than four hours. Purchase or make ice cubes and store in the freezer for use in the refrigerator or in a cooler. Freeze gel packs ahead of time for use in coolers. Plan ahead and know where dry ice and block ice can be purchased. Store food on shelves that will be safely out of the way of contaminated water in case of flooding. Make sure to have a supply of bottled water stored where it will be as safe as possible from flooding. When the power goes out keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature. The refrigerator will keep food cold for about four hours if it is unopened. A full freezer will keep the temperature for approximately 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full) if the door remains closed. If you plan to eat refrigerated or frozen meat, poultry, fish or eggs while they are still at safe temperatures, it?s important that the food is thoroughly cooked to the proper temperature to assure that any food borne bacteria that may be present is destroyed. Wash fruits and vegetables with water from a safe source before eating. For infants, if possible, use prepared, canned baby formula that requires no added water. When using concentrated or powered formulas, prepare with bottled water if the local water source is potentially contaminated. The hurricane season runs through November 30. # # # Roddy Heyliger (Email/Blackberry: roddyheyliger at gmail.com; roddy.heyliger at sintmaartengov.org; Cells: +1 721 520-4217, 581-6323) Department of Communication (DCOMM), Sint Maarten |
| - SxmDCOMM - Tourism Sector and Business Community Reminded It Only Takes One |
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CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE News Release Department of Communication (DCOMM), Ennia Bldg., Longwall Rd., Philipsburg, Sint Maarten W.I. Tel. +1 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169; Email: gis at sintmaarten.net; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org For Immediate Release: Sunday, August 19, 2012/N219 Tourism Sector and Business Community Reminded It Only Takes One GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) ? Disaster Coordinator Winston Salomon is advising the country?s mainstay, the tourism sector and business community overall, to review hurricane preparation plans since we are now in the most active period of the 2012 hurricane season which runs from August 15 and through October 15. The tourism sector, business community and residents are also advised to pay keen attention to weather reports with special focus |
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