JCF activates preparedness plan as TS Melissa approaches; steps being taken to protect residents and businesses

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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PM Holness says zero tolerance for price gouging during TS Melissa, Trade Order issued

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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Prime Minister declares Jamaica a threatened area under Disaster Risk Management Act as TS Melissa approaches

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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Environment Minister urges citizens to get updates on TS Melissa from official sources to avoid misinformation

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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Though TS Melissa has drifted slightly from Jamaica, this may be short-lived – Principal Director of the Met Service, Evan Thompson

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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Jamaica expected to begin experiencing impacts of Tropical Storm Melissa as early as tomorrow; rainfall expected to cover most of the island

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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Local Government Minister says citizens can be assured of country’s capabilities of responding to Tropical Storm Melissa

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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“It’s certainly not a time for panic, but it is the time for preparation” – Environment Minister on Tropical Storm Melissa

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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St. Andrew West Rural MP condemns chopping death of woman in Rose Hill District, St. Andrew

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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Farmers urged to coordinate with Area Agricultural Protection Units to prevent theft as Jamaica monitors Tropical Storm Melissa

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has activated its Hurricane Preparedness Plan in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Melissa.

At 4:00 p.m., Melissa was about 183 miles southeast of Morant Point and 215 miles southeast of Kingston.

Though it is currently a tropical storm, forecasters warn that it could develop into a major hurricane.

According to the Meteorological Service, hurricane-force winds are possible from as early as tomorrow.

Speaking at Jamaica House this afternoon, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake said the JCF has activated its Incident Command Centres, updated its shelter security plans and ensured that there are officers liaising with the nation’s disaster preparedness teams, among other initiatives.

He also noted that efforts will be made to protect residents and businesses.

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