Youth Emergency Action Committees Saint Lucia

03/02/2025

YEAC Saint Lucia Honours Exceptional Youth in Disaster Risk Management at 2024 Awards Ceremony
The Youth Emergency Action Committees (YEAC) Saint Lucia celebrated the outstanding contributions of young people in Disaster Risk Management (DRM) at its highly anticipated 2024 Awards Ceremony on Sunday, January 26th. Themed "Honouring Youth in DRM 2024," the event recognized the tangible impact these individuals are making in building community resilience.
YEAC Saint Lucia is dedicated to acknowledging the hard work and dedication of those who champion this critical cause. The award categories were carefully selected to reflect the diverse aspects of DRM, honoured achievements in areas such as outstanding leadership, dedicated volunteerism, and exemplary emergency training and response. These prestigious awards were presented to young leaders and pioneers who inspire and motivate others to take action in disaster risk management and community mitigation.
YEAC Saint Lucia also expressed its sincere appreciation to key individuals from various sectors of emergency response and DRM including representatives from the St. Lucia Fire Service, the National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO), BHA’s Regional Disaster Resilience Program (RDAP) Team and Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT), for their ongoing support in fostering youth skill development in disaster risk reduction and management (DRR/M).
Looking ahead, YEAC Saint Lucia remains steadfast in its mission to empower and equip young people for leadership roles in Disaster Risk Management. The organization anticipates even greater achievements in the coming years and is committed to strengthening its partnerships with all who support this vital work. Together, we can empower youth and build a more resilient future for all.

15/10/2024

YEAC Saint Lucia joined the global community in observing International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction or DRR which was recognized on Sunday October 13th. ID4DRR day serves as a vital reminder of the importance of building resilience in our communities and preparing for the challenges posed by natural and man-made disasters.

The theme for 2024, “Empowering the Next Generation for a Resilient Future,” emphasizes the crucial role that youth play in shaping a safer, more prepared world. YEAC believes by equipping the younger generation with the knowledge and skills in disaster risk reduction (DRR), we can foster a culture of preparedness that extends across generations.

YEAC Volunteers took to the streets of La Clery to engage community members in topics on the phases of DRR which are Mitigation, Preparedness, Response and Recovery. In the collage above see some ways in which the YEAC project promotes DRR round the clock yearly.

YEAC SLU Leading Youth in Disaster resilience and Voluntary action

08/10/2024

Is this the new normal? 🤔The 2024 Hurricane Season continues to break records... Climate Change affects everyone!

"It has dropped," Morales, an atmospheric and environmental scientist, said. The Florida meteorologist paused, sighed and looked down, appearing like he was near tears. "It has dropped 50 millibars in 10 hours ... I apologize, this is just horrific."
Source: https://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-environment/meteorologist-becomes-emotional-giving-update-on-hurricane-milton-1.7066455

https://youtu.be/iqDLP-8fhnE

Let us keep vigilant and prepare as much as possible through out this season. Pray also for those in the path of Hurricane Milton.

A seasoned American meteorologist became emotional on air as he gave an update on a major hurricane, later suggesting the reason behind his strong reaction.

30/09/2024

On Sunday, September 29th, YEAC Saint Lucia took to the north of the Island to celebrate our 13th Anniversary with an exciting beach activity for members. The day began with an inspiring leadership session led by Fire Officer Geber Ferdinand, who guided participants through topics of leadership, team management and team dynamics.
As the day progressed, members participated in various team-building exercises that showcased and tested their skills in emergency response: light search and rescue, first aid etc. A few participants were challenged to take up leadership rolls and team dynamics was evaluated. Fun was part of the plan with activities including lime and spoon races and tug of war.
YEAC St. Lucia extends a heartfelt thank you to all members who have participated in emergency response training, life skills courses, hurricane relief efforts, and other initiatives over the past 13 years. Your support has been invaluable, and we look forward to many more years of collaboration and growth together!

30/09/2024

YEAC Saint Lucia is elated to announce the launch of our new and improved website. Today, the 30th of September marks a momentous milestone as we celebrate our 13th Anniversary of fostering skills in leadership and emergency or disaster response. We celebrate our many youth stakeholders and volunteers throughout our 13 years of project implementation. Thank you for your contribution and service to the cause. Visit our website: yeacslu.org to learn more about the project.

23/09/2024

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is fair.

Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 27°C or 81°F.

Last night’s minimum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 25°C or 77°F.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 85%.

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is calm.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 2:00 am today:

At Hewanorra Airport: nil.

Total rainfall for the month of September thus far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 119.1 mm.

Sunset today: 5:58 pm. Sunrise tomorrow: 5:53 am

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from between the east-southeast and east near 12 mph or 19 km/h, becoming lighter at times.

Weather: Fair skies, becoming cloudy at times with brief showers.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: High at 8:23 am… Low at 12:30 pm.

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay: High at 9:30 am… Low at 1:57 pm.

Seas: Slight with waves 2 to 4 feet or 0.6 to 1.2 metres.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Partly cloudy to cloudy at times, with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms mainly over the extreme southern portion of the Lesser Antilles. Elsewhere, fair to partly cloudy, with a few brief showers.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

Light southeasterly to easterly winds will persist across the Eastern Caribbean region, during the next 24 hours.

Weak unstable conditions over the southern half of the region will cause some cloudy periods with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms, during the forecast period.

A tropical wave located over the central Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 9 mph or 15 km/h. This wave is expected to begin affecting the region from late Tuesday into Wednesday.

A second tropical wave just off the West African coast is moving westward near 12 mph or 19 km/h and has a high chance of tropical cyclone development during the next seven days.

20/09/2024

On Wednesday 19th September, a small cohort of YEAC volunteers met to update the Flood Resilience Mapping Project of the community of Marc, Bexon on the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) Tasking Manager. Here the team added vital mapping data needed to compile a report on the flood risk status of this community. If you are a trained OSM mapper and would like to add your mapping skills to this Youth-led Disaster Risk Reduction initiative we encourage you to follow the steps below:

Log onto HOT Tasking Manager via this link: https://tasks.hotosm.org ( you need an OSM login to contribute)

Go to the Marc Project via this link: https://tasks.hotosm.org/projects/16922

Map: buildings, waterways, roads and pathways. Add critical information e.g. label infrastructure, indicate the material the structures are made of etc.

If you wish to learn how to map on OSM/ www.openstreetmap.org or get more information about the project message us on Facebook or email us at [email protected]. You may also use this tutorial to guide you: https://youtu.be/AS88nncfaPU

YEAC St Lucia is mapping Marc to improve our DRR and Emergency Response to the community. Made possible by Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) www.hotosm.org under their Small Grand Initiative. Stay tuned for more mapping activities.

Youth Emergency Action Committees
“Leading Youth in Disaster Resilience and Voluntary Action”

20/08/2024

Following Y.E.A.C Saint Lucia’s initial visit to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, where we gathered crucial information on how Caritas Antilles could assist the affected islands, we returned with essential hurricane relief items, including solar lanterns, female hygiene kits, and disaster kits. Our journey began on Saturday, August 3rd, as we sailed to the islands of Mayreau and Canouan, both severely impacted by Hurricane Beryl. We observed houses with missing roofs, uprooted trees and poles, and boats washed up on the beautiful white sand beaches now devastated by the storm. Our team of Y.E.A.C volunteers set up distribution points and provided much-needed supplies to eligible households.
On Sunday, August 4th, we visited Union Island, which had also suffered extensive damage. The island was strewn with debris—vehicles without windscreens, galvanized sheets scattered across open fields, and walls partially collapsed from buildings. We drove around the island, stopping at various locations to distribute supplies. Despite the devastation, the residents of Mayreau, Canouan, and Union Island have shown remarkable resilience and determination to restore their beautiful islands. Caritas Antilles, with the support of Y.E.A.C Saint Lucia volunteers, remains committed to assisting our sister islands during this challenging time.

12/08/2024

Today, we celebrate International Youth Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the power, potential, and contributions of young people around the world. Our youth are not merely inheritors of the world; they are its architects, innovators, and future leaders.

08/08/2024

The Youth Emergency Action Committees (YEAC) of Saint Lucia was called into action by our parent organization, Caritas Antilles, to provide assistance to our sister island, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, as they grapple with the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. A dedicated group of trained volunteers promptly responded to offer their support. The YEAC swiftly mobilized resources to aid in relief efforts, delivering crucial supplies like lanterns, tarps, and hygiene kits to those affected. Our team of enthusiastic young volunteers worked tirelessly to organize and distribute these supplies on the mainland of St. Vincent and Union Island. As Saint Vincent and the Grenadines continue their recovery from the impact of Hurricane Beryl, we commend the dedication of these volunteers and eagerly anticipate their ongoing service in aiding St. Vincent during this critical period.

26/07/2024

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is fair and hazy.
Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 28°C or 82°F.

Last night’s minimum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 28°C or 82°F.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 83%.

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the east at 23 mph or 37 km/h.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 2:00 am today:

At Hewanorra Airport: trace.

Total rainfall for the month of July thus far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 196.3 mm.

Sunset today: 6:34 pm. Sunrise tomorrow: 5:46 am.

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from the east near 23 mph or 37 km/h, with a few gusts.

Weather: Fair to partly cloudy and hazy, with a few brief showers.

Persons with respiratory ailments and allergies should take the necessary caution due to reduced air quality.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: High at 7:25 am… Low at 01:12 pm.

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay: High at 8:32 am… Low at 02:39 pm.

Seas: Locally rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells 6 to 8 feet or

1.8 to 2.4 metres.

Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution due to locally rough seas and reduced visibility.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Fair to partly cloudy and hazy, with a few showers.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

The Atlantic High-pressure system will generate moderate easterly winds across the Lesser Antilles during the next couple of days.

A plume of Saharan dust haze will continue to cause a reduction in air quality and visibility across the Eastern Caribbean, over the next few days.

A tropical wave located over the eastern Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 15 mph or 24 km/h.

Tropical cyclone formation is not expected over the Tropical Atlantic, during the next seven (7) days.