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DATE ISSUED: Thursday, September 07, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) September 08, 2023

HURRICANE LEE RAPIDLY INTENSIFYING

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Friday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with a few isolated showers.

Forecast High: 33C / 91F             Forecast Low: 27C / 81F

Sunset Today: 6:22 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:59 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Friday midday: East northeast to northeast with a light to gentle breeze of 05 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS:

Weak instability and available moisture transported across the local area by a light to gentle wind flow will cause a few isolated showers.

Seas are expected to peak at 5 feet for this forecast period Read more

...ES PROBABLE QUE MAREJADAS GRANDES ALCANZEN LAS ANTILLAS MENORES, LAS ISLAS VRGENES Y PUERTO RICO ESTE FIN DE SEMANA...

Huracn Lee Advertencia Nmero 9

Centro Nacional de Huracanes del SNM Miami FL AL132023

1100 AM AST jueves 07 de septiembre de 2023

RESUMEN DE LAS 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMACIN

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LOCALIZACIN...16.4N 50.0O

ALREDEDOR DE 870 MI...1405 KM E DE LAS ISLAS DE SOTAVENTO DEL NORTE

VIENTOS MXIMOS SOSTENIDOS...105 MPH...165 KM/H

MOVIMIENTO ACTUAL...ONO O 295 GRADOS A 15 MPH...24 KM/H

PRESIN CENTRAL MNIMA...983 MB...29.03 PULGADAS

VIGILANCIAS Y AVISOS

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No hay vigilancias ni avisos costeros en efecto.

Los intereses en las Islas de Sotavento del norte deben monitorear el progreso de Lee.

DISCUSIN Y PERSPECTIVAS

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A las 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), el centro del Huracn Lee estaba localizado cerca de la latitud 16.4 Norte, longitud 50.0 Oeste Read more

Witu Is Concerned About The Proposed National Health Insurance For St. Maarten

Philipsburg The President of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU), Stuart Johnson, has voiced serious concerns about the proposed National Health Insurance (NHI) in St. Maarten. Mr. Johnson’s concerns highlight issues related to public awareness, the quality of healthcare services, access to preventative care, medication policies, and the impact on the vulnerable in our country.

One of the primary concerns raised by Mr Read more

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Witu Is Concerned About The Proposed National Health Insurance For St. Maarten.

PHILIPSBURG:---  The President of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU), Stuart Johnson, has voiced serious concerns about the proposed National Health Insurance (NHI) in St. Maarten. Mr. Johnson's concerns highlight issues related to public awareness, the quality of healthcare services, access to preventative care, medication policies, and the impact on the vulnerable in our country.

One of the primary concerns raised by Mr Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, September 06, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) September 07, 2023

TROPICAL STORM LEE EXPECTED TO RAPIDLY INTENSIFY

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with a passing shower possible.

Forecast High: 33C / 91F             Forecast Low: 28C / 82F

Sunset Today: 6:22 P.M Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- President Fabio Doralice, operating under the umbrella of the Le Sommet Foundation, continues to make substantial strides in propelling the agricultural sector forward. Beginning with the establishment of the local farmers market and now embarking on capacity-building efforts for farmers, Doralice's commitment is translating into tangible progress for St Read more

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...PROBABLEMENTE SE INTENSIFIQUE RPIDAMENTE A UN HURACN INTENSO EXTREMADAMENTE PELIGROSO EL SBADO...

Tormenta Tropical Lee Advertencia Nmero 5

Centro Nacional de Huracanes del SNM Miami FL AL132023

Traduccin por el SNM San Juan PR

1100 AM AST mircoles 06 de septiembre de 2023

RESUMEN DE LAS 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMACIN

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LOCALIZACIN...14.1N 45.5O

ALREDEDOR DE 1200 MI...1930 KM E DE LAS ISLAS DE SOTAVENTO DEL NORTE

VIENTOS MXIMOS SOSTENIDOS...70 MPH...110 KM/H

MOVIMIENTO ACTUAL...ONO O 285 GRADOS A 14 MPH...22 KM/H

PRESIN CENTRAL MNIMA...994 MB...29.36 PULGADAS

VIGILANCIAS Y AVISOS

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No hay vigilancias ni avisos costeros en efecto.

Intereses en el norte de las Islas de Sotavento debern monitorear el progreso de este sistema.

DISCUSIN Y PERSPECTIVAS

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A las 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), el centro de la Tormenta Tropical Lee estaba localizado cerca de la lat-itud 14.1 norte, longitud 45.5 oeste Read more

...LIKELY TO RAPIDLY INTENSIFY INTO AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS MAJOR HURRICANE BY SATUR-DAY...

Tropical Storm Lee Advisory Number 5

NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL132023

1100 AM AST Wed Sep 06 2023

SUMMARY OF 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMATION

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LOCATION...14.1N 45.5W

ABOUT 1200 MI...1930 KM E OF THE NORTHERN LEEWARD ISLANDS

MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...70 MPH...110 KM/H

PRESENT MOVEMENT...WNW OR 285 DEGREES AT 14 MPH...22 KM/H

MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...994 MB...29.36 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS

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There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

Interests in the northern Leeward Islands should monitor the

progress of this system.

DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK

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At 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), the center of Tropical Storm Lee was located near latitude 14.1 North, longitude 45.5 West Read more

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA:--- Minister of Justice Anna Richardson spoke at the Regional Conference on Population and Development in Latin American and the Caribbean Read more

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Prime Minister's Statement On The Anniversary Of Hurricane Irma.

PHILIPSBURG:--- Today, as St. Martin commemorates the anniversary of the passing of Hurricane Irma, our hearts are heavy with the memories of the destruction and loss that this unprecedented or category 5+ hurricane brought to our beloved island on September 6, 2017. This day marks not only a somber reminder of the challenges we faced but also a testament to the indomitable spirit of resilience that defines us as St. Martiners.
Six years ago, Hurricane Irma ripped through our island, leaving a trail of destruction that was almost beyond comprehension Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, September 05, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) September 06, 2023 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Generally fair to partly cloudy, warm, and hazy. 

Forecast High: 33C / 92F             Forecast Low: 28C / 82F 

Sunset Today: 6:23 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:59 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 06 to 12 mph. 

SYNOPSIS:   

A dry and stable atmosphere with Saharan dust will continue to restrict shower activity Read more

...SE PRONOSTICA QUE SE CONVIERTA EN UN HURACN PODEROSO PARA FINAL DE LA SEMANA...

Depresin Tropical Trece Advertencia Nmero 1

Centro Nacional de Huracanes del SNM Miami FL AL132023

Traduccin por el SNM San Juan PR

1100 AM AST martes 05 de septiembre de 2023

RESUMEN DE LAS 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMACIN

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LOCALIZACIN...12.5N 40.2O

ALREDEDOR DE 1425 MI...2295 KM E DE LAS ANTILLAS MENORES

VIENTOS MXIMOS SOSTENIDOS...35 MPH...55 KM/H

MOVIMIENTO ACTUAL...ONO O 285 GRADOS A 15 MPH...24 KM/H

PRESIN CENTRAL MNIMA...1008 MB...29.77 PULGADAS

VIGILANCIAS Y AVISOS

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Ninguno.

Intereses en las Islas de Sotavento deben de monitorear el progreso de este sistema.

DISCUSIN Y PERSPECTIVAS

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A las 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), el centro de la Depresin Tropical Trece estaba localizado cerca de la latitud 12.5 Norte, longitud 40.2 Oeste Read more

PHILIPSBURG:---  On Monday afternoon, the Marie Genevieve de Weever Primary School (MGDW) held a heartwarming ceremony to honor and celebrate the exceptional contributions of Mrs. Anna Grantham-Halley, who served as the School Manager from 2015 to 2020. The event served as a token of appreciation for her dedicated service to Public Education.

A commitment to excellence marked Mrs. Grantham-Halley's tenure at MGDW, tireless dedication to the well-being of students, and a passion for education.

Stuart Johnson, the current School Manager of MGDW, led the heartfelt tribute to Mrs Read more

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Wilson Has Questions Regarding National Health Insurance

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten On Sunday, August 20, the United Sint Maarten Party (USP) candidate Gromyko Wilson, sounded the alarm on the intention of Government to pass the National Health Insurance (NHI) law by January 1, 2024. Wilson warned that this law may not be in the interest of the community.

Government is pushing to get the opinion of different stakeholders in the community, like the Windward Islands Chamber of Labour Unions (WICLU) and SER Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Monday, September 04, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) September 05, 2023 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Generally fair, warm, and hazy. 

Forecast High: 33C / 91F             Forecast Low: 29C / 84F 

Sunset Today: 6:24 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:59 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Tuesday midday: East southeast to southeast with a light to gentle breeze of 06 to 12 mph. 

SYNOPSIS:   

A dry and stable atmosphere with Saharan dust will continue to restrict shower activity Read more

Deadline Extended For Emotional Freedom Techniques Course To Sept 5Th.

~BE EQUIPPED TO SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY~

PHILIPSBURG:---  In light of the many challenging issues that our families, individuals, and communities face daily, Dr. N. Erna Mae Francis Cotton visionary of Victorious Living and the counseling program developer at the GHBU, St. Maarten Campus designed a Masters Level counseling degree program in 2015 to meet the growing socio-emotional and psychological needs in our community. The program covers topics such as effective grief counseling, suicide prevention and assessment, effective marriage counseling, and effective techniques for working with children.
Francis-Cotton, who also co-developed the Grief Counseling curriculum for the University of West Indies BSC in Social Work program, recognizes the significance of providing practical and evidenced-based tools for counselors to effectively help their clients to heal Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- I am writing to address some pressing concerns and propose potential solutions for the dedicated justice workers who tirelessly serve our nation's pursuit of justice. It has come to my attention that the financial challenges faced by these individuals are becoming increasingly unsustainable, jeopardizing their well-being and the integrity of the justice system itself. Justice workers play a pivotal role in maintaining the rule of law and upholding justice in our society. However, they often face significant challenges that affect their livelihoods and the integrity of the justice system itself.

Thus this article explores various solutions and strategies to support justice workers, from financial incentives and subsidies to addressing concerns related to education and union representation.

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PHILIPSBURG:---  September 1, 2023, is the day by which constitutionally the countrys budget 2024 should be at the Parliament. In the next few days on September 12th, a new parliamentary year will be upon us with the constitutional obligation for the Governor or someone designated by him to present the governments intentions for the year 2024, the DP leader stated in a release issued on September 1st.

This crop of ministers is famous for scorning our high councils of state on numerous occasions, and they continue to thumb their noses at the parliament Read more

Rotary Sunset Installs 2023-2024 Board

Orient Bay, St. Martin– The members of the Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunset celebrated an auspicious moment as they held their 2023-2024 Board Installation Ceremony at Coco Beach Restaurant on Saturday, August 19th, 2023. Distinguished guests, such as the Past District Governor, Mr. Louis Wever, and his wife Rotarian Amanda Wever, Assistant Governor and Club member Elisia Lake and well-wishers gathered at the restaurant to share and engage in what was called a night of fellowship. The evening was filled with various special moments that made this event an unforgettable one.

Assistant Governor Elisia Lake proudly re-installed Rotarian Kimberley Duzong as the clubs President for the new Rotary year 2023-2024 Read more

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Deadline Extended For Emotional Freedom Techniques Course To Sept 5Th

BE EQUIPPED TO SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY

Great Bay, Sint Maarten — In light of the many challenging issues that our families, individuals and communities face daily, Dr. N. Erna Mae Francis Cotton visionary of Victorious Living and the counseling program developer at the GHBU, St. Maarten Campus designed a Masters Level counseling degree program in 2015 to meet the growing socio- emotional and psychological needs in our community. The program covers topics such as effective grief counseling, suicide prevention and assessment, effective marriage counseling, and effective techniques for working with children.

Francis-Cotton, who also co-developed the Grief Counseling curriculum for the University of West Indies BSC in Social Work program, recognizes the significance of providing practical and evidenced-based tools for counselors to effectively help their clients to heal Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday, September 01, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) September 02, 2023

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Partly cloudy with a few brief showers possible.

Forecast High: 33C / 91F             Forecast Low: 28C / 82F

Sunset Today: 6:27 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:58 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Saturday midday: East northeasterly to easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS:

An approaching Tropical Wave will continue to produce cloudy periods and showers, mainly south of the local area Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday, August 31, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) September 01, 2023

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Friday midday: Partly cloudy with light haze and few brief showers possible.

Forecast High: 33C / 91F             Forecast Low: 28C / 82F

Sunset Today: 6:27 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:58 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Friday midday: East southeasterly to easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 06 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS:

The Atlantic high pressure system will continue to produce light to gentle winds across the region Read more

Pm: Moving Up Fbe Exams Deadline Puts Unnecessary Pressure On Teachers, Students

PHILIPSBURG--Moving up the deadline for the Foundation Based Education (FBE) Exit Examinations can put unnecessary and undue pressure on students, teachers and parents, Prime Minister (PM) Silveria Jacobs said on Wednesday when asked about the drastic change in the dates for the 2023-2024 FBE exams.

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Witu To Host General Membership Meeting On Thursday

Philipsburg The Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) is announcing its upcoming General Membership Meeting, scheduled to take place this Thursday. This meeting will bring together the esteemed members of WITU to discuss critical matters, share insights, and chart a collective course toward advancing education and further fostering the welfare of educators.

The General Membership Meeting will convene on Thursday, August 31st, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at the WITU Office.

WITU recognizes the indispensable role that teachers play in shaping the minds of the next generation and acknowledges the importance of creating a strong network of educators who stand united in their mission to enhance education standards and advocate for the rights of teachers, said Stuart Johnson President of the WITU on Tuesday afternoon.

During this meeting, ourmembers can look forward to updates from the WITU leadership on recent union activities, discussions on pressing educational issues, and opportunities to voice their thoughts on matters impacting our teaching community Read more

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