AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoClimate Warning: The UN weather agency is flagging escalating climate extremes across the Caribbean and Latin America—faster sea-level rise, stronger hurricanes, and harsher swings between drought and flooding that are already straining public health and local economies. Earthquake Watch: A magnitude 6.1 quake rattled the Eastern Caribbean, with tremors felt in St Kitts and Nevis; officials say there’s no confirmed tsunami threat, but people are being urged to stay alert and stick to official updates. Disaster Recovery: In Dominica, recovery work after the April 26 severe weather continues in Salybia and Kalinago Territory, with teams clearing slides, reopening access roads, and supporting vulnerable households ahead of hurricane season. Tourism Momentum: Dominica’s tourism push is gaining traction—Fort Young is named among the Caribbean’s best all-inclusives, while visitor numbers keep climbing, including a reported 10% rise in stayovers in early 2026. Regional Resilience Funding: Caribbean countries are moving closer to accessing a US$250M loss and damage climate grant, with Dominica among the eligible states preparing submissions by June 15.
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