The Ministry of Tourism has activated the Tourism Emergency Operations Centre (TEOC) at the Jamaica Pegasus in Kingston in preparation for Hurricane Beryl, which is expected to impact Jamaica on Wednesday.
According to a press release issued by the department earlier today, TEOC is focusing on several preparedness activities, including ensuring hotels, Airbnb and tourist facilities follow comprehensive hurricane preparedness plans.
Hotels, Airbnbs, and tourist attractions are expected to stock emergency supplies, secure their premises to minimize damage, implement evacuation plans if necessary, and have emergency contact information readily available.
Jamaica’s Tourism Minister, Edmund Bartlett, has held several emergency strategy meetings since Sunday with the Policy Planning Group and other key members of the industry, and stressed that the TEOC team is closely monitoring the situation and will continue to provide updates as necessary.
“The team also continues to be in touch with tourism partners including airlines and cruise lines. We urge all tourism stakeholders to remain vigilant and follow all safety guidelines to ensure protection of lives and property,” he said.
-Janet Silvera
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