Tropical Storm Erin to pass north of Leewards over weekend
The St. Kitts Meteorological Services is closely monitoring the progress of Tropical Storm (TS) Erin in the Atlantic Ocean. Erin formed yesterday close to the Cabo Verde islands just off…
55th Memorial Service of the 1970 MV Christena Disaster held on Friday
August 1st, 2025, marked 55 years since the tragic sinking of the MV Christena, a dark moment in the history of the federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. This is…
National Hurricane Drill in Effect: Simulated “Hurricane Sophia” Approaching
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the St. Kitts Meteorological Services conducted a national hurricane drill, simulating the approach of a powerful storm: Hurricane Sophia. In…
WASH Training Programme returns to Nevis for 4th year
Premier of Nevis, Hon. Mark Brantley as he spoke on the barriers being overcome with the help of the World Academy of Safety and Health (WASH). Following…
Youths share tips on Hurricane Preparedness
We are one month in the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which officially began on June 1st. For this season, NOAA (National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration) predicted it will be above-normal,…
Portal Launched to enhance Climate Resilience, Strategy and Response in SKN
As the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season continues, citizens, residents as well as institutions are being encouraged to prepare to safeguard lives and property. In this vein and in an…
Children across Nevis invited to attend SKNFRS Summer Safety Programme
The St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services (SKNFRS) Nevis Division will once again host its annual Summer Safety Program during the month of July. The programme focuses…
3.6 quake occurs near Basseterre, St. Kitts
A quake with a magnitude of 3.6 occurred near Basseterre, St. Kitts, on Friday June 6th. According to information from the University of the West Indies-Seismic Research Centre (UWI-SRC),…
Emergency preparedness instructions for safety: make a plan, build a kit and stay informed
Minister Brand encourages Communication, Community Engagement and Preparedness for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season has begun and Nevis’ Disaster Preparedness Minister, the Hon. Spencer Brand is encouraging all citizens and residents to be aware and prepared amidst the growing…
SKNDF has Subject Matter Expert Exchange with Virgin Islands National Guard
The St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) teamed up with the Virgin Islands National Guard (VING) for a Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) on Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Relief (HA/DR) Logistics & Sustainment…
Premier encourages citizens to pray in the wake of the 2025 Hurricane Season
The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially began on Sunday, June 1st, 2025. With the commencement, citizens and residents are being encouraged to prepare themselves and their properties for…
Earthquake recorded near Basseterre, St. Kitts on Monday
The University of the West Indies Seismic Research Center (UWI-SRC) recorded an earthquake on Monday May 26th 2025. The 4.5 quake took place at 10:55pm. Its location was…