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There’s growing concern about the threatened strike at US sea ports by the International Longshoremen’s Association and the severe effects it could have on Barbadian businesses and consumers. Two more private sector associations have added their voices to the warning already issued by the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry. One of them is the Transportation Intermediaries of Barbados, whose President Norman Rice has detailed what would happen if the industrial action takes place. He also said even before this threat loomed they had advised customers to implement measures that, if adopted, would lessen the impact of the strike. The Barbados Manufacturers Association’s Executive Director Shardae Boyce has also been highlighting the issue. View Post

The Ministry of Education is advising parents and guardians of students of the Grantley Adams Memorial School that classes remain online. This as authorities await results from tests carried out at the plant, following the early suspension of classes on Thursday, September 19 due to a noxious smell in the area. The Ministry says students have been engaged in online classes since Monday, September 23, 2024. It has thanked parents and guardians for their continued patience and understanding as the source of the odor is investigated.

Here is tonight’s weather forecast according to the Barbados Meteorological Services. Weather Forecasts Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Synopsis: A weak ridge pattern is the dominant feature. General Forecast: Mix of clear skies and clouds with a few brief isolated light showers. Tomorrow From 6:00 a.m. Synopsis: Localized activity will be affecting the island. General Forecast: Across Central, western and southwestern districts: Sunny at first becoming mostly cloudy with breaks of sunshine with scattered moderate to heavy showers and a very slight chance of isolated thunderstorms.Elsewhere: Partly Sunny and Warm. Wind Forecasts Light southeasterly to easterly breeze at around 10 km/h (6 mph). Tomorrow From 6:00 a.m. Light easterly to northeasterly breeze at around 10 km/h (6 mph). Marine Forecasts Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Smooth to moderate in open water with swells ranging from 1.0 to 1.5 meters (3 to 5 ft.). Expect a light chop along the west coast. Tomorrow From 6:00 a.m. Smooth to moderate in open water with swells ranging from 1.0 to 2.0 meters (3 to 7 ft.). Expect a light chop along the west coast. Extreme Temperatures Max. Air Temp for Today 31.6 °CMin. Air Temp for Today 29.8 °C