Emergency Response

Priority Areas Identified for Disaster Management and Emergency Response Support for Montserrat

A series of priority areas for disaster management and emergency response support for Montserrat have been identified. This follows an official 3-day visit to the island by Executive Director of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) Elizabeth Riley. During the April 27–29 visit, Riley engaged in a series of meetings with Government Officials and key stakeholders. She told ZJB News that agreements had been reached on several immediate actions aimed at strengthening support and coordination on the island.

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Royal Montserrat Police Service Implements Critical Measures to Improve Public Safety and Emergency Response

Work is being done to ramp up public safety and emergency response. Commissioner of Police Mark Payne told ZJB News they are improving the capabilities of the police, fire, and disaster management teams with new equipment and comprehensive training programs. Commissioner Payne says these initiatives are part of a broader commitment to modernizing the island’s emergency services, ensuring residents have faster, safer, and more effective protection in all situations.