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Traffic Alert in Bovoni and Post Office Area Monday-Wednesday

Department of Public Works -
Motorists should expect delays, exercise caution, obey all traffic control devices, and follow directions from flaggers and construction personnel. Residents and commuters are encouraged to plan accordingly and allow additional travel time.

Striping at St. Croix East Airport Road Intersection Sunday

Department of Public Works -
The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works is advising motorists of upcoming roadway striping operations at the recently rehabilitated East Airport Intersection along Melvin Evans Highway on St. Croix. Earlier this month, DPW contractor Marco St. Croix completed asphalt rehabilitation and resurfacing work at the intersection, significantly improving roadway conditions...

Traffic Alerts for St. Croix Weekend Pride Parade and Road Race

Virgin Islands Police Department -
The Virgin Islands Police Department advises the community of the following traffic restrictions that will be in place during the PRIDE Parade and Women’s Coalition Annual Women’s Race.

Limited WAPA Business Services Friday-Sunday

Water and Power Authority -
During this maintenance window, customers will be unable to make electronic payments through the WAPA website, phone or kiosks.

Parts of Melvin Evans Highway Closed Wednesday and Thursday Mornings

Department of Public Works -
The westbound lane will be closed Wednesday, followed by the eastbound lane on Thursday. Closures will be in effect from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on both days.

Electrical Service Restored in St. Thomas-St. John District

Water and Power Authority -
All feeders were restored as of approximately 11:59 PM. We appreciate your patience and support throughout this event. If you are experiencing an isolated outage, please report it at https://www.viwapa.vi/customer-service/report-outage-or-problem or call 340-774-3552 (Option 4). Our Dispatch team monitors outage reports 24/7.

WAPA Restores More Power, Spot Blackouts Remain

Water and Power Authority -
WAPA personnel continue repairing generation units and restoring service as additional capacity comes online at the Randolph Harley Power Plant. Fully restored feeders include: 5A, 9B, 7E, and 8B. Partial restoration has been achieved on Feeders 8A, 10B, 6B, and 7A. Restoration efforts remain ongoing as plant personnel work...

St. Thomas-St. John Power Outage Update

Water and Power Authority -
UPDATE: Progress continues with stabilizing the power plant and bringing additional units online, including Unit 27. Portions of the following feeders have been restored:10B, 9B, 5A, 6B, and 8B. UPDATE: WAPA Plant personnel have made progress in stabilizing the power plant and have restored portions of Feeders 10B, 9B, and 5A. As...

Hospital Grounds Road Repairs Thursday Through Saturday

Mat Probasco -
The Department of Public Works advises the public of upcoming road work on Dalmida Road in the vicinity of Hospital Ground on St. Thomas. DPW contractor – Grace Civil LLC. – will mobilize on site tomorrow, Thursday, May 28, to begin clearing and grubbing activities ahead of paving operations. Road...

Bovoni Landfill and Mandahl Convenience Center Temporarily Closed Friday

Waste Management Authority -
The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is informing the community that the Bovoni Scalehouse/ Landfill, as well as the Mandahl Convenience Center, will be temporarily closed on Friday, May 29, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for a mandatory all-staff meeting. Operations will resume promptly at 10:30 a.m. VIWMA apologizes for...

Cancryn Wastewater Pump Fails

Waste Management Authority -
The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority advises the community that a pump failure has occurred due to mechanical issues at the Cancryn Bridge, located at the Kronprindsens Gade intersection. As a result, sewer systems in the downtown area may be impacted, potentially causing manhole overflows. VIWMA strongly advises residents and...

No-Parking at Crown Bay Cargo Port Access Road Beginning June 1

Virgin Islands Port Authority -
The Virgin Islands Port Authority would like to inform port users and the public that parking along the MSI/Crowley Access Road at the Crown Bay Cargo Port in St. Thomas is strictly prohibited. VIPA reminds the public that vehicular parking or staging equipment (trailers, ISO tanks, etc.) is not...

Trash in Drying Sargassum Could Cause Fire

Waste Management Authority -
Although seaweed itself is generally considered non-flammable due to its high salt, water, and moisture content, sargassum releases hydrogen sulfide gas as it begins to decompose. Hydrogen sulfide gas is highly flammable and may create dangerous conditions when mixed with combustible materials. 

WAPA Schedules Two St. Croix Electrical Interruptions

Mat Probasco -
The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority is advising St. Croix customers of two separate scheduled electrical service interruptions over the next week as part of ongoing efforts to support critical private-sector improvements and strengthen the Territory’s electrical infrastructure. On Saturday, May 16, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., electrical...

Broken Sewer Line Closes Eulalie Rivera PreK-8 School Early

Department of Education -
Out of an abundance of caution and in prioritizing the health, safety, and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff, early dismissal will take place at 1:30 p.m. Students who utilize school bus services will be provided with transportation.

Move Cars From Fort Christian Lot By Saturday

Department of Public Works -
All vehicles currently in the lot must be removed to allow for scheduled cleanup and maintenance on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17. Vehicles remaining in the lot during that time will be towed at the owner's expense.

Emergency WAPA Governing Board Meeting Scheduled Today

Water and Power Authority -
The Governing Board of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority has scheduled an Emergency Governing Board Meeting today, Thursday, May 14, at 11 a.m. 

Traffic Changes at Sibilly Circle, Dalmida Road, and Maude Proudfoot Drive This Week

Department of Public Works -
The Department of Public Works provides updated information on several road paving projects taking place on St. Thomas. Motorists are advised to proceed with caution in all affected areas. All vehicles must be removed from the work areas to avoid towing.

Cancryn Wastewater Pump Failure

Waste Management Authority -
The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority advises the community that an electrical failure has impacted operations at the Cancryn Pump Station, resulting in a temporary pump outage. As a result, portions of the downtown sewer system may experience disruptions, including possible manhole overflows. Out of an abundance of caution, VIWMA...

John H. Woodson JHS Closed Friday

Source staff -
The Virgin Islands Department of Education advises parents, guardians, employees, and the general public that the John H. Woodson Junior High School will be closed on Friday, May 8, 2026. VIDE officials were notified by the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA) that the campus will be impacted by...

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