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St. Thomas–St. John Rotational Power Outage Update

By Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority -
WAPA anticipates providing a clearer restoration timeline by this weekend.

Road Work on Store Kongens Gade in Cruz Bay Thursday Night

Department of Public Works -
DPW contractor Island Roads Corp. will commence road repairs on Thursday, June 25 and continue through Friday, June 26. To minimize disruptions for motorists and residents, construction activities will take place overnight from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. each day.

New Waste Collection Day for Estate Blessing

Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority -
The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority would like to inform residents of Estate Blessing of an update to their house-to-house waste collection schedule. Effective tomorrow, Tuesday, June 23, household waste will be collected every Tuesday. This adjustment is part of VIWMA’s ongoing efforts to improve service reliability, strengthen operational efficiency,...

St. John road Repairs Next Week

Department of Public Works -
DW appreciates the public's patience and cooperation as it continues working to improve road conditions throughout the territory.

Scheduled Electrical Interruption Planned for Feeders 7A and 8B Thursday

Water and Power Authority -
The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority advises customers served by Feeders 7A and 8B of a scheduled electrical service interruption on Thursday, June 18, to allow crews to complete maintenance on an electrical pole near Altona Terrace.

Territory-Wide Burn Ban

Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services -
Effective immediately, the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services announces a territory-wide burn ban. This decision has been made in response to increased fire risks and high winds currently affecting the territory. The burn ban will remain in effect until further notice and applies to all open fires, including...

VIPA Closes Cruz Bay Parking Lot for St. John Celebration Events

VIPA -
The Virgin Islands Port Authority  announced that the parking lot adjacent to the U.S. Customs facility in Cruz Bay, St. John, will be closed for public parking beginning Tuesday, June 16. This parking lot will be transformed into the St. John Celebration Village, featuring local vendors and live performances...

Reminder: Don’t Buy, Sell, or Have Illegal Fireworks

Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services -
As the Fourth of July holiday draws near, the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services reminds residents and visitors of the importance of adhering to local laws governing the sale, possession, and use of fireworks.

Road Paving in Frederiksted

Department of Public Works -
The Department of Public Works advises the public of road repairs throughout downtown Frederiksted on St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.

St. Thomas-St. John Power Problems

Water and Power Authority -
As Wartsila #3 continues to undergo unscheduled repairs, please see the current rotational outage schedule in effect. Customers on the schedule below will only be affected as load demands. Plant personnel will do their best to maintain as many customers as possible: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Feeder 7B Feeder 7E 8:00 PM...

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...

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