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Community Safety Advisory: Road Closure on Virgin Gorda’s Westerly Coast
In the interest of public safety, residents of Virgin Gorda have taken proactive measures to secure a section of the island’s westerly coast road that has become unsafe.
Large boulders and reflective cones have been placed on both sides of the compromised roadway—from after Nail Bay Cattle Grid near Long Bay to just before the Virgin Gorda sign—to prevent vehicles from unknowingly entering the hazardous area.
Motorists, including both residents and visitors, are strongly advised to use the easterly coast road on the Atlantic side for travel to North Sound, Hog Heaven, and the Virgin Gorda Sign.
To ensure clear guidance for all road users, temporary signage will be installed at key points:
Mango Bay entrance: Notices will indicate no access to the Virgin Gorda Sign and Hog Heaven, with arrows directing motorists to the East Coast Road.
Tyrone’s Creative Concrete batching plant: Signage will advise that there is no access to Nail Bay, Mahoe Bay, or Spanish Town via the westerly coast road.
While many locals are aware of the compromised road conditions, visitors may not be. The Virgin Gorda community urges everyone to help share this advisory to ensure safety for all.
“We continue to await the start of remedial works,” community representatives said. “Our safety is paramount, and we thank everyone for their cooperation and understanding as we work together to keep Virgin Gorda safe.” CSP
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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
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