The Kearney Gomez doppler radar was expected to be operational at the end of last year, 2025 but remains offline following a major upgrade that was expected to improve reliability.

Powerful tidal surges and unusually rough seas pounded Cayman’s coastline over the weekend, disrupting marine activity and creating dramatic scenes, as Cayman feels the effects of its fourth cold front of the year.

The snow storm battering much of the United States and Canada continued to impact Cayman flights on Tuesday.

The massive snow storm hitting the United States and Canada has led to the cancellation of several flights into Cayman.

When the polar vortex weakens or becomes distorted, pockets of cold air spill south across Canada and the United States and these cold fronts can eventually reach the Cayman Islands

Three of the world’s largest cruise companies have pledged US$3 million to help Jamaica rebuild after the devastation of Hurricane Melissa.

The Jamaican government has announced a national campaign to clean up the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa across western and central Jamaica.

Crucial supplies are being distributed across Jamaica with aid finally reaching the worst-affected areas several days after Hurricane Melissa devastated large parts of the island.

Jamaicans in Cayman were desperately trying to reach loved ones and taking stock of the human and financial cost of Hurricane Melissa Thursday as reports of the extent of the devastation trickled through.

Nearly half a million people were left without power and thousands of people are in emergency shelters after Jamaica was hit by one of the worse storms in its history.

Rough seas, heavy showers and high winds are expected on Monday as Hurricane Melissa edges within a few hundred miles of the Cayman Islands.

The risk posed by Hurricane Melissa to the Cayman Islands has fallen, according to the Cayman Islands National Weather Service.

Cayman's National Weather Service continues to urge caution and vigilance with Melissa forecast to strengthen into a large and powerful major hurricane.

The hospitality industry is adopting a "wait and see" state of readiness until the path of Melissa becomes clearer, with decisions expected to be taken over the weekend if the forecast worsens.

Melissa is forecast to become a large and powerful major hurricane.

Heavy rain and flash floods brought chaos to the airport and parts of George Town on Saturday, 2 Aug., with more rain forecast.

While no tropical storms or hurricanes are expected to impact the Cayman Islands for at least the next 10 days, atmospheric conditions are becoming more suitable and Hazard Management is urging increased levels of readiness.

A rare Atlantic Niña that has developed in the tropics is not likely to impact predicted hurricane activity in the coming weeks.

HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY (HSA) The HSA operates the Anthony S. Eden Hospital (formerly George Town Hospital) on Grand Cayman and Faith Hospital on Cayman Brac. HSA...

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Before a storm approaches, or any other potential emergency, make certain all essential documents are in order. Check over all your paperwork to ensure documentation...

To keep the community safe in a disaster, Hazard Management Cayman Islands has a mobile app to deliver real-time emergency notifications about major incidents. Residents...

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To prepare your pets for a hurricane or disaster, create a pet emergency kit with food, water, medications and sanitation supplies, and have a...

Being prepared can make a real difference when it comes to dealing with emergency situations. Ensuring homes and workplaces have the necessary equipment can drastically...

Always be prepared for emergencies by having a well-stocked first aid kit at home or in the workplace. It can prove essential, or even...

A vital part of every family or individual’s disaster plan, is where to shelter should a hurricane hit. If your home is hurricane-proof and in...

Some mosquito-borne viruses which occur in areas of the tropics are a threat in the Cayman Islands. In recent years there have been outbreaks of...

The effects of storms and other natural disasters can compromise food safety. To minimise the risk of becoming sick from the food you consume,...