DHS Releases Emergency Shelter Information Ahead of Hurricane Season

The V.I. Human Services Department (DHS) has shared information regarding the locations of emergency storm shelters across the USVI ahead of the potentially very busy 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which begins on Saturday, June 1.

DHS Communications Director Ryan Nugent and Community Affairs Coordinator Yvette Henry provided the Source with shelter information for residents, including accommodations that offer medical services, care for individuals with special needs, and locations that permit pets.

“For [the 2024 Atlantic] Hurricane Season, DHS is strategically prepared to accommodate residents during emergencies, ensuring safety and organization in times of crisis,” Nugent said.