By-Press Secretary
On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, Prime Minister Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit, in his capacity as Chairman of the National Emergency Planning Organisation (NEPO), convened a meeting of Sub-Committee Heads to assess national preparedness for the 2025 hurricane season.
The meeting focused on the readiness of the sectors, the coordination of emergency response plans, and measures to protect lives and property.
Committee Heads presented updates from the Office of Disaster Management, the Meteorological Service, Health, Welfare and Relief Supplies, Shelter, Food and General Supplies, Environmental Protection, Transportation and Evacuation, the Dominica Fire and Ambulance Service, the Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force, and utility companies.
The Prime Minister underscored the importance of collaboration and proactive planning to ensure an effective national response throughout the hurricane season.
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