Happy International Women’s Day to all of the wonderful women making a difference!

A fire in the early morning of Monday March 9, 2026, has displaced several residents in The Blue Hills Community. If you wish to assist, material donations for men, women, children and infants are being accepted through the TCI Red Cross.

The word "tsunami" comes from combining two Japanese words, tsu (津) meaning "harbour" and nami (波) meaning "wave". It literally translates to "harbour wave". Learn what it is and what to do if a tsunami is headed in our direction

What would you do in a tsunami warning?

Starting today!!! It’s not too late to sign up Blue Hills and Wheeland this is for you!!

You asked we listened! CERT training for Blue Hills and Wheeland will be held in the evenings, March 17-21 March 17 - March 20, 5:30 pm -9:30 pm, at the New Testament Church of God, Blue Hills. March 21, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, at the DDME Office, Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway

⚠️ Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect From 12 AM to 6 AM Thursday, conditions will be favorable for isolated severe thunderstorms. Gusty winds, lightning, heavy rain, and minor flooding are possible. Stay alert and monitor conditions.

Weather advisory

Keep your family and property safe with rainy weather tips

Rainfall Outlook: 1-3 inches of rainfall expected Between March 19-20, 2026. Stay safe and keep informed

Great news! The severe weather watch for The Turks and Caicos Islands have been cancelled for today, March 19 and tomorrow March 20, 2026. There remains a chance of showers between today and tomorrow. Remain vigilant.

Students and faculty at the HJ Robinson school in Grand Turk, actively joined the region in participating in the Caribe Wave Tsunami Readiness Exercise recently! Building a culture of readiness, Tsunami Awareness #CaribeWave

The Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies extends our deepest and most heartfelt condolences on the passing of Major Nimrol Beckles. More than a volunteer, he was a steadfast source of support to our department and a truly valued member of our extended family.

The TCI National Weather Service has indicated the possibility of a rainy weekend into early next week. Potential for 1-3 inches of rainfall accumulation over this period. Possibility of strong/severe thunderstorms, producing gusty winds, heavy rainfall and localized flooding.

DDME is committed to ensuring that everyone across the country is prepared for all emergencies. If you would like our team to visit your school or organization to help test and strengthen your emergency response plan, we would be happy to assist. Email us [email protected]

Do you own a suitable building that can be used as an emergency shelter? Interested persons are invited to email [email protected], include your name, telephone number and location of the building. Please write SHELTER on the email subject line.

Which Community should we have the C.E.R.T Training next? Tell us in the comments

The Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME), recently coordinated a four-day 'Safe School' training programme in Providenciales. A total of twenty-two (22) participants successfully completed the programme. Read more on our FB Page

Log in the TCIG Careers portal and apply for an exciting career with DDME!

“Ready for any storm, all season long - Hurricane Preparedness 2026” May is Hurricane Preparedness Month, Let’s get ready!