Accidents & Disasters
Belizeans rally for victims of Guatemala’s Fuego volcano catastrophe
Residents of Ambergris Caye came together to collect clothing, non-perishable items and money to aid their Guatemalan brothers and sisters in their time of need after the devastation of Fuego volcano.
Accidents & Disasters
BCCI and NEMO hold workshop on natural disasters for San Pedro business community
Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) organized an educational session with members of the San Pedro business community regarding natural disasters. In collaboration with the National Emergency Organization (NEMO), the two-part workshop was held on Wednesday, April 18th at the Sunbreeze Hotel.
Accidents & Disasters
NEMO assists island residents affected by freak storm; Hurricane Season less than two months away
On Monday, April 16th, after being notified, the Minister of National Emergency Management (NEMO), Honourable Edmond Castro visited San Pedro Town, where he witnessed the humanitarian assistance provided by NEMO to the affected families.
Accidents & Disasters
Belize and Mexico discuss Disaster and Risk Analysis and Management
In Belmopan on March 2, 201, Belize’s Minister of National Emergency Management, Hon Edmond Castro, met with a delegation headed by the Director of Mexico’s National Center for Disaster Prevention (CENAPRED), Doctor Carlos Miguel Valdes.
Accidents & Disasters
CRFM fast tracks protocol for climate change and disaster risk management in fisheries and aquaculture
The Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) has recently inked an agreement with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) that will put the region on better footing to address the impacts of disasters on fishing communities.
Accidents & Disasters
Skydiving adventure goes wrong; government authorities weigh in
A skydiving experience for a vacationer on Saturday, February 10th almost ended in tragedy when a skydiving instructor accidentally made contact with a high voltage power line north of San Pedro Town.
Accidents & Disasters
Eight years later, Antonio Tepaz relieved of manslaughter charges
On Tuesday, January 23rd manslaughter charges were dropped against Antonio Tepaz. Tepaz was prosecuted for the death of 33-year-old Cesar Scott in a boat accident that occurred on November 15, 2009, in which he was allegedly the captain.
Accidents & Disasters
Tsunami Warning Mobilizes Belize Emergency Response Authorities
A tsunami warning following a 7.6 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Honduras near the Swan Islands, on Tuesday, January 9th at approximately 8:51 PM mobilized Belize Emergency Response authorities.