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UDC advises of temporary closures to beach access due to weather conditions

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The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) is advising that access to several UDC-managed beaches has been temporarily adjusted due to ongoing weather conditions affecting coastal areas islandwide.

The following beaches are closed to the public until further notice: 

  • Bluefields Beach Park
  • Long Bay Beach Park
  • Ocho Rios Bay Park
  • Pearly Beach
  • Laughing Waters 

These measures are being taken in the interest of public safety. The UDC continues to actively monitor the situation and will update the public as conditions improve.

The UDC thanks the public for its cooperation and understanding and encourages all patrons to prioritise safety while adverse weather conditions persist.

Updates will be shared through UDC’s official communication channels.

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