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Native Son Ensures Passenger Safety Amid Minor Incident
Native Son Ferry in an official statement released to the public, has confirmed that one of its vessels encountered a minor incident during its journey from Charlotte Amalie on June 5. However, the company reassures the public that all passengers have been safely transferred and the vessel securely docked.
“The ferry is now safely in port,” affirmed a representative from Native Son. “Please be advised that one of our vessels experienced a minor issue during its 4pm voyage from Charlotte Amalie today. All passengers were safely transferred to another ferry, and our vessel is now securely docked. We extend our gratitude to all who assisted and wish everyone a safe and pleasant evening.”
Amidst the incident, passengers were promptly rescued by the Paradise Princess of Jost Van Dyke (JVD) after a distress signal was sent out by the Native Son ferry.
“Upon receiving the distress call, the Paradise Princess swiftly responded and navigated towards the provided coordinates,” detailed a spokesperson for Paradise Princess. “However, during the rescue operation, the vessel inadvertently ran aground and became lodged on the reef outside of Frenchman’s Cay,” they continued.
The Department of Disaster Management has issued a flash flood warning for the British Virgin Islands, effective until 8:30 PM tonight June 5. The warning alerts residents to the potential for minor flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
It appears that Tortola is the only island heavily affected by rainfall today. Reports from Virgin Gorda suggest only minimal precipitation, with no indications of flooding reported. There have been no reports of flooding from Anegada or Jost Van Dyke at this time.
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Governor’s Office Delivers Trauma Risk Management Training to Frontline Officers in Virgin Islands
The Governor’s Office, with support from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, this week delivered Trauma Risk Management (TRiM) training to frontline officers in the Virgin Islands, including members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, prison officers and volunteers from Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR).
The program is designed to help first responders recognize and manage the psychological effects of traumatic incidents encountered in the course of their duties. Participants received instruction on identifying early signs of stress-related responses and providing peer support following critical events.
According to the Governor’s Office, the training forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen welfare and resilience within frontline services across the territory.
“By strengthening welfare and resilience within our front line services, we are ensuring that the people who protect us are supported themselves,” the Governor’s Office said in a statement.
Officials thanked participants for their involvement and acknowledged the trainer for leading the sessions.
Trauma Risk Management, commonly known as TRiM, is a peer-support process used in emergency services and military settings to assess and address the mental health impact of traumatic exposure.
Maya Marcellin, Teen Universe British Virgin Islands, departed the territory on Feb. 22 for Nicaragua, where she will compete in the Teen Universe International Pageant.
Marcellin left the British Virgin Islands on Sunday accompanied by family members and supporters as she begins representing the territory in the international competition. The pageant will bring together contestants from several countries to compete in preliminary events leading up to the final show.
Supporters gathered prior to her departure to offer encouragement as she travels to Nicaragua to represent the British Virgin Islands on the international stage.
Governor’s Office Delivers Trauma Risk Management Training to Frontline Officers in Virgin Islands
Maya Marcellin Departs for Teen Universe International Pageant in Nicaragua
Andrea Wilson brings Caribbean colour to the NYFW debut
