VITEMA Official page of the U.S. Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency.

The Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA) is the lead emergency management agency for the Territory as defined in the Virgin Islands Code, Title 23, Chapter 10. As such, the VITEMA’s mission is to prepare for, coordinate the response to, and recovery from all hazards and threats that impact the Virgin Islands. In recent years, VITEMA has focused the majority of its planni

ng and training efforts on hurricane and coastal storm preparedness. While this preparedness effort is extremely important, the Territory faces many equally dangerous and significant threats from other natural and man-made disasters, including earthquakes, tsunamis, and terrorism. The Territory must maintain a high level of readiness in order to effectively respond to these threats.

07/08/2026
06/08/2026

[AUG 6th 11:30 AM AST]

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) maintains prediction for below-normal Atlantic hurricane season. Nevertheless, we encourage everybody to review their emergency plans and stay prepared.

La Administración Nacional Oceánica y Atmosférica (NOAA) mantiene el pronóstico de la temporada de huracanes por debajo de lo normal en el Atlántico. No obstante, le exhortamos a todos a que revisen sus planes de emergencia y se mantengan preparados.

03/08/2026

[Aug 3rd] A Heat Advisory has been issued for urban and coastal areas of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands from 10 AM to 5 PM AST. This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration.
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[3 de ago] Se ha emitido una Advertencia de Calor para áreas urbanas y costeras de Puerto Rico y las Islas Vírgenes de EE. UU. de 10 AM a 5 PM AST. Este nivel de calor afecta principalmente a aquellas personas extremadamente sensibles al calor, especialmente cuando están al aire libre sin enfriamiento efectivo y/o hidratación adecuada.

01/08/2026

08/01/2026 - Per the Puerto Rico Seismic Network: An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.93 occurred about 42.48 km N of Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas at 4:00 PM AST. NO TSUNAMI threat for PR/USVI. This magnitude is preliminary and is subject to future revision.

01/agosto/2026 – Según la Red Sísmica de Puerto Rico: Un terremoto de magnitud 4.93 ocurrió alrededor de 42.48 km al N de Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas a las 4:00 PM AST. NO EXISTE peligro de tsunami para PR/USVI. Esta magnitud es preliminar y está sujeta a revisión.

🚨 Workweek Hazard Outlook | Jul 27–31🚨 Perspectiva de Riesgos | 27–31 de julioA dynamic weather pattern is expected acro...
27/07/2026

🚨 Workweek Hazard Outlook | Jul 27–31
🚨 Perspectiva de Riesgos | 27–31 de julio

A dynamic weather pattern is expected across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands this workweek.

🌧️ Flooding | Inundaciones
Elevated flood risk Monday and Tuesday due to periods of heavy rainfall.
Riesgo elevado de inundaciones el lunes y martes debido a períodos de lluvia intensa.

🌡️ Heat | Calor
Elevated to Significant heat impacts are expected through midweek.
Se esperan impactos por calor de elevados a significativos hasta mediados de semana.

🌬️ Wind & Marine | Viento y Mar
Winds will strengthen Tuesday through Friday, leading to deteriorating marine conditions.
Los vientos aumentarán de martes a viernes, deteriorando las condiciones marítimas.

🏖️ Rip Currents | Corrientes Marinas
A moderate rip current risk continues and is expected to expand later this week.
El riesgo moderado de corrientes marinas continuará y se expandirá más adelante esta semana.

📲 Plan ahead and stay weather-aware. Forecast conditions may change, so continue checking for the latest updates throughout the week.
📲 Planifique con anticipación y manténgase informado. Las condiciones pronosticadas pueden cambiar, por lo que debe mantenerse al tanto de las actualizaciones durante la semana.

[JUL 26, 2026]☔A tropical wave east of the Lesser Antilles will approach Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands by tomo...
27/07/2026

[JUL 26, 2026]

☔A tropical wave east of the Lesser Antilles will approach Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands by tomorrow. Frequent showers and thunderstorms are anticipated across the region, increasing the potential for localized flooding in urban areas and small streams.

👉 Citizens in urban areas and near small streams are advised to monitor local weather conditions closely. Stay safe!

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☔Una onda tropical al este de las Antillas Menores se acercará a Puerto Rico y a las Islas Vírgenes mañana. Se anticipan aguaceros y tormentas eléctricas frecuentes sobre la región, aumentando el potencial de inundaciones localizadas en áreas urbanas y pequeños riachuelos.

👉 Se exhorta a los ciudadanos en zonas urbanas y cerca de riachuelos a mantenerse atentos a las condiciones del tiempo. ¡Tomen precauciones!

26/07/2026

07/26 | Sunday/domingo

🌫️ Saharan Dust Today; Wetter Weather Tonight

Moderate Saharan dust will keep skies hazy and conditions hot through much of the day.

🌡️ Dangerous heat will be the primary hazard today. A Heat Advisory remains in effect for portions of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

⛈️ This afternoon, increasing moisture associated with an approaching tropical wave will trigger scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms, mainly across the U.S. Virgin Islands surrounding waters, Vieques, the San Juan metropolitan area, and interior to northwestern Puerto Rico. Brief heavy rain may cause ponding of water on roads and in poor-drainage areas.

➡️ Beginning tonight and continuing through Tuesday, deeper tropical moisture will increase the potential for showers, thunderstorms, urban flooding, and small-stream flooding.

What You Should Do Today

☀️ Limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
💧 Stay hydrated and seek air-conditioned places when possible.
⛈️ When thunder roars, go indoors.
🚗 Never drive through flooded roadways.

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🌫️ Polvo del Sahara hoy; más humedad esta noche

El polvo del Sahara mantendrá un ambiente brumoso y caluroso durante gran parte del día.

🌡️ El calor será el principal riesgo hoy. Una Advertencia de Calor permanece en efecto para varios municipios debido a índices de calor peligrosos.

⛈️ En la tarde, la cercanía de una onda tropical favorecerá aguaceros y tormentas eléctricas aisladas, principalmente sobre las aguas de las Islas Vírgenes, Vieques, el área metropolitana de San Juan y el interior al noroeste de Puerto Rico. Algunas lluvias podrían provocar acumulación de agua en carreteras y zonas de drenaje deficiente.

➡️ Desde esta noche y hasta el martes aumentará la humedad, elevando el potencial de lluvias, tormentas eléctricas e inundaciones urbanas y de pequeños riachuelos.

Lo que debe hacer hoy

☀️ Limite las actividades al aire libre durante las horas de mayor calor.
💧 Manténgase hidratado y busque lugares con aire acondicionado cuando sea posible.
⛈️ Si escucha truenos, busque refugio bajo techo.
🚗 Nunca cruce carreteras inundadas.

24/07/2026

NO Tsunami threat from a nearby earthquake | NO hay peligro de Tsunami debido a este terremoto cercano

23/07/2026

[July 23th] U.S. Drought Monitor: Puerto Rico & the U.S. Virgin Islands

🇻🇮 U.S. Virgin Islands:
🔴Extreme Drought (D3) conditions currently impact St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas.

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico, Vieques & Culebra:
🟠 14.28% of Puerto Rico is experiencing Severe Drought (D2).
🟤 45.02% is under Moderate Drought (D1) conditions.
🟡 23.02% remains Abnormally Dry (D0).

📝Is it drier or wetter than normal in your region? Let us know by submitting a report!
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/850f937a1956425dab70cf3a79c64e8b?fbclid=IwY2xjawTPXD9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBTWV3eW1IU2gzR0tnUndXc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnURrZnVGy-bzmHLRf4ahGoJdx5TLUnMY7UZMR2oKfu5LDRbM-rBrO_dEInp_aem_EY2ti0g486mo4ocoYz3tog

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[23 de julio] Monitor de Sequía de EE. UU.: Puerto Rico y las Islas Vírgenes de los EE. UU.

🇻🇮 Islas Vírgenes de los EE. UU.:
🔴Condiciones de Sequía Extrema (D3) afectan actualmente a St. Croix, St. John y St. Thomas.

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico, Vieques y Culebra:

🟠 14.28% de Puerto Rico se encuentra bajo Sequía Severa (D2).
🟤 45.02% está bajo condiciones de Sequía Moderada (D1).
🟡 23.02% permanece en condiciones atípicamente secas (D0).

📝¿Está más seco o más lluvioso de lo normal en tu región? ¡Déjanos saber llenando un reporte!
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/850f937a1956425dab70cf3a79c64e8b?fbclid=IwY2xjawTPXD9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBTWV3eW1IU2gzR0tnUndXc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnURrZnVGy-bzmHLRf4ahGoJdx5TLUnMY7UZMR2oKfu5LDRbM-rBrO_dEInp_aem_EY2ti0g486mo4ocoYz3tog

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