Local News

Jamaica’s tourism facilities operating as usual despite storms and heavy rain

KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Jamaica Tourist Board is advising that all of the island’s tourism facilities are operating as usual in spite of storms and heavy rain today. Both airports, Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay and Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston, also remain open and operational.

Jamaica’s Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is monitoring the situation regarding today’s extreme weather conditions, and a flash flood warning is currently in effect.

The Jamaica Tourist Board has urged all hotels, attractions, and other tourism-related entities to take appropriate precautions in anticipation of possible impact by the storm, and to ensure the safety and comfort of all guests. Travelers to Jamaica should contact their respective airlines, hotels or travel agents regarding information for their individual trips.

Weather-related information in Jamaica is available at www.metservice.gov.jm.

Related Articles

Back to top button