AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTropical Weather Watch: Antigua and Barbuda’s Meteorological Service is warning of heavy rain this weekend as a tropical wave approaches the Lesser Antilles, with forecasts of up to three inches (about 75mm) from Friday night through Saturday night and flooding as the main concern, even as development odds remain uncertain. Atlantic Monitoring: Forecasters are also tracking AL92 in the eastern Atlantic, with chances of becoming a tropical depression rising in the next couple of days, plus a second wave south of Cabo Verde. Health & Care: A dedicated sickle cell unit at Holberton Grounds is set to open, aiming to speed up acute pain-crisis treatment and add wellness checks, education, and psychosocial support. Children’s Policy: OECS and UNICEF launched the OECS Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, pushing a whole-of-the-child approach to protect and empower children across the region. Local Culture & CHOGM: Artisans are being urged to upgrade quality and presentation for CHOGM 2026, with a focus on products that “speak” and carry Antigua and Barbuda’s identity.
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