The ODPEM and
@DIGICELJamaica
just conducted a test of the National Alert System Emergency SMS. If you have a Digicel phone let us know if you received the message.
Confirmed... Earthquake just felt in the KMA, Let us know if you felt it in other Parishes. Preliminary readings will follow shortly from the earthquake unit.
#EarthquakeFacts
On average Jamaica records 200 earthquakes a year most of which are not felt. In 2019 Jamaica recorded 152 earthquakes of which 8 were felt.
The ODPEM has received reports that several roads are flooded including Marcus Garvey Dr., Church Street (Kgn), Spanish Town Rd., Waltham Park Rd. and Hagley Park Rd. Members of the public are being reminded to stay indoors.
@JamaicaConstab
@NWA_JA
The ODPEM and
@FLOWJamaica
just conducted a test of the National Alert System Emergency SMS. If you have a flow phone let us know if you received the message.
Jamaica recorded 701 earthquakes for the period January - December 2020, according to the
@EquakeUnit
.
This is a reminder that earthquakes have no season, practice the Drop, Cover, Hold.
After the shaking has stopped, calmly evacuate the building, please assemble in the emergency area and do a roll call. Have safety custodian check the building for structural damage before re-entering the building
The Met Service has advised that the island is currently experiencing a Squall...A squall is a sudden increase in wind lasting minutes, sometimes accompanied by rain.
We have received reports of a tremor in the Montego Bay area. We are currently monitoring the situation and will update the public accordingly.
#DropCoverHold
We have received reports of an earthquake being felt in sections of the island. While we await the official report from the
@EquakeUnit
we ask persons to stay calm, do the drop cover and hold on and report any damage.
#TropicalStormFred
has formed. It is expected to induce a Trough across Jamaica as it moves north of Cuba Thursday through to Friday. Showers and thunderstorms could start affecting sections of eastern and central parishes on Thursday night.
The ODPEM wishes to state that the earthquake unit has reported that there is no recorded local earthquake this morning. The public is being reminded that the official source for earthquake reports in Jamaica is the Earthquake Unit in conjunction with the ODPEM.
The Earthquake Unit has confirmed a magnitude 3.9 earthquake was felt in sections of the island at approximately 6:55 pm on August 27, 2020. The earthquake’s epicenter was 8km South of Hope Bay, Portland with a focal depth of 23km.
The Earthquake Unit has confirmed that a minor earthquake was felt in Jamaica at approximately 4:03 EST. The earthquake had a magnitude of 3.1, with a focal depth of 11.2 km and it’s epicentre was located in the Blue Mountains approximately 8km NE of Hagley Gap St. Thomas.
For your disaster information contact the ODPEM:
Digicel Lines
1-876-618-5640
1-876-618-5637-9
Toll Free Line
1-888-CALL-ODP (2255-637)
Office Lines
1-876-906-9674-5
1-876-754-9077-8
#BeReady
#DisasterSmart
The ODPEM has received reports of flooding in the vicinity of Mandela Terrace, Marverley and Chelsea Avenue. We are asking members of the public to avoid this areas where possible.
The Earthquake Unit has confirmed a magnitude 3.1 earthquake was felt in sections of the island at approximately 1:00 am on August 29, 2020. The earthquake’s epicenter was located near Kitson Town, ST. Catherine with a focal depth of 21km.
The river has broken its banks at 9 Miles. I urge persons to evacuate and make their way to St Benedicts Primary School, located in 7 Miles IMMEDIATELY.
We are aware of a felt earthquake. At this time we have no resorts of damage however the ODPEM and the Earthquake Unit will continue to monitor the situation and provide an update once it becomes available.
#DropCoverHoldOn
The Earthquake Unit has confirmed a minor Earthquake was felt in Jamaica at 6:45am EST approximately 4km Northwest of Guys Hills, St. Catherine with a magnitude of 4.2 and a focal depth of15.1km. The quake was felt in Manchester, St. Catherine and St. Mary
Remember to prepare your hurricane survival kit ahead of time. Here are a few things to include in your survival kit:
- Food & water
- Keep your documents dry by placing them in water-proof bags
- Medication
- Remember to keep extra cash on hand.
The
@EquakeUnit
has confirmed a minor earthquake magnitude 3.1 was felt in sections of the island at approximately 12:37pm on Monday August 16, 2021. The earthquake’s epicentre was 6km southwest of Alligator Pond, Manchester with a focal depth of 17km.
The Earthquake Unit has confirmed a magnitude 3.4 earthquake was felt in sections of the island at approximately 2:59pm on Sunday November 8, 2020. The earthquake’s epicenter was 7km northwest of Trinity Ville, St. Thomas, with a focal depth of 6.9km.
The Government of Jamaica has declared Jamaica a disaster area under Section 26 of the Disaster Risk Management. Below is the Enforcement Order that will remain in effect until July 10, 2024. An islandwide curfew will be enforced from 6am to 6pm, starting July 3, 2024.
The ODPEM has received reports of an earthquake being felt in sections of the island. While we await the report from the
@EarthquakeUnit
we remind persons to stay safe and use the drop, cover and hold on procedure.
The Earthquake Unit has confirmed a magnitude 3.7 earthquake was felt in sections of the island at approximately 2:52 am on June 14, 2020. The earthquake’s epicentre was 7km north of Penlyne Castle, St. Thomas with a focal depth of 20km.
The ODPEM is strongly urging the public to stay away and refrain from crossing flooded fords, roads, rivers and streams. This action not only endangers your life but also that of our first responders.
#EarthquakeAlert
Reports coming in from social media of the earthquake being felt in Kingston, St. Andrew, Portland, St. Catherine (Portmore included) and Manchester.
Weather Bulletin
#22
from
@MetserviceJA
The Tropical Storm Warning for Jamaica has been discontinued as Tropical Storm Elsa continues to move farther away. This means that the threat of tropical storm conditions no longer exists for the island.
A preliminary report from the Earthquake Unit has confirmed an earthquake was felt in Jamaica at 1:47pmEST with magnitude 4.7 at a depth of 23.1km, 4km East of Angels, St. Catherine.
The Earthquake Unit has reported of a felt earthquake that took place today at approximately 1:pm, Magnitude: 3.4, Epicenter: 15km south of Hope Bay in Portland, Focal Depth: 10km
For the second time in history, the Atlantic Hurricane Season used every designated storm name on the yearly list.
New storms will be named after letters in the Greek alphabet. Tropical Storms Alpha and Beta have already formed.
PSA ODPEM Issues All Clear
The country is asked to stay alert as a Tropical Wave east of Jamaica is expected to move across the island Friday evening into Saturday, influencing unstable weather, which includes showers and thunderstorms.
The ODPEM has received reports of an earthquake being felt in sections of the island. While we await the official report from the Earthquake Unit we want to remind persons to stay calm and do the Drop, Cover and Hold On.
#Covid19Update
the nightly curfew will continue from 11:00 pm - 5:00am each day starting from July 31, 2020 and ending on the morning of September 30, 2020.
We are aware of a felt earthquake. At this time we have no resorts of damage however the ODPEM and the Earthquake Unit will continue to monitor the situation and provide an update once it becomes available.
#DropCoverHoldOn
Remember to provide protection for your pets and other animals in the event of a hurricane.
Here are two tips to remember:
1. Secure animal shelters to prevent wind and flood damage.
2. Keep your pets close by and order extra supplies of food and medication.
The ODPEM through the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) wishes to remind the public that despite the lifting of the Tropical Storm Watch, the country can still experience flooding in low-lying and flood prone areas.
@MetserviceJA
has advised that
#HurricaneBeryl
has been down graded to a
#Category3
. Some weakening is expected in the central Caribbean by midweek, though Beryl is forecast to remain a hurricane.
We will continue to monitor the situation.
The
@EquakeUnit
us confirmed at 7.0 magnitude was felt in sections of the island at approximately 7:30 am on Saturday August 14, 2021. The earthquake’s epicentre was 300km northeast of Port Antonio, Portland with a focal depth of 10km.
We are aware of the recent earthquake felt in several section of the island. We are awaiting the official report from the Earthquake Unit.
#DropCoverHold
Persons who are more at risk from the effects of the Saharan Dust are those who have chronic diseases like asthma and other respiratory illnesses.
#SaharanDust
The Earthquake Unit has confirmed a magnitude4.8 earthquake was felt in sections of the island at approximately 7:28 am on August 26, 2020. The earthquake’s epicenter was 8km East of Mile Gully, Manchester with a focal depth of 24km.
Weather Bulletin
#16
from
@MetserviceJA
as at 11:00pm
Tropical Storm warning remains in effect as Elsa beings to impact weather in Jamaica.
A TROPICAL STORM WARNING remains in effect for Jamaica as conditions associated with Tropical Storm Elsa begin to impact the island.
The 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season has now officially begun. This year is predicted to be above average and throughout the next 6 months, Jamaica remains vulnerable to impacts from one or more of the predicted 13-20 tropical storms, 6-10 hurricanes or 3-5 major hurricanes.
It is important to know before hand what to do in the event of an earthquake. The drop, cover and hold procedure is one way you can protect yourself during an earthquake.
The
@MetserviceJA
has advised that a flash-flood watch is in effect for all low-lying and flood prone areas of all parishes. The flash flood watch is in effect until 8:00pm Monday August 24, 2020.
Tropical Storm Laura is not a direct threat to Jamaica.
The main road between Above Rock and Bog Walk in the vicinity of Edwards Piece is impassable due to a landslide. Please use alternate routes should you need to leave your homes.