November 4, 2026

Sangster International Airport conducts emergency exercise, urges calm

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Written byShanice Gibbs

Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James, is conducting a full-scale aerodrome emergency exercise TODAY.

It started at 7 a.m. and will continue until 9 a.m.

The exercise will simulate an aircraft safety incident and involve a coordinated response from several agencies, including the Jamaica Constabulary Force, Jamaica Defence Force, Jamaica Fire Brigade, the Ministry of Health and MBJ Emergency Response.

Members of the public are being urged to remain calm, as the activity forms part of a planned emergency drill and safety assessment.