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JAM | Jul 5, 2024

Port Authority of Jamaica reopens harbours following safety review

Shemar-Leslie Louisy

Shemar-Leslie Louisy / Our Today

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The Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) announced on Thursday, July 4, that several major harbours have been reopened following comprehensive safety assessments after Hurricane Beryl.

Hurricane Beryl was a category 4 hurricane that impacted Jamaica on Wednesday (July 3). Islandwide damage assessments are still underway.

The harbours tha have been reopened are listed below:

  • Kingston Harbour
  • Port of Montego Bay
  • Falmouth
  • Ocho Rios/Reynolds Pier
  • Port Antonio
  • Portland Bight/Old Harbour Bay

Full port operations are set to recommence this morning, July 5.

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Hurricane Beryl Port Authority

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