AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHurricane Outlook: 268Weather has revised Antigua and Barbuda’s 2026 Atlantic hurricane forecast downward, calling for a quieter season—12 named storms, four hurricanes and two major hurricanes—driven by a strengthening El Niño that tends to suppress storm formation. Tropical Monitoring: The National Hurricane Center is also tracking a tropical wave off Africa with a 20% chance of developing over the next week, with no threat to land areas yet. Marine Rules: Reminder for fishers and buyers: the queen conch closed season stays in effect across Antigua and Barbuda until Aug. 31 to protect breeding and support long-term sustainability. Water & Climate Pressure: A wider Caribbean drought story is emerging, with Puerto Rico moving to water rationing and 48-hour outages—another sign of how dry spells can disrupt tourism and daily life. Local Youth & Education: The Public Library hosts a four-week cultural and educational camp for ages 4–16, mixing school prep with music, dance, pageantry and community service. Sports: Cricket West Indies kicks off the Rising Stars Women’s U-19 Championship in Antigua (Aug. 8–15), a T20 talent pathway toward the 2027 World Cup.
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