Situation Update

Published 20th August, 9:24am

• Commissioner of Police Stuart Kernohan announced this morning that conditions on Cayman Brac and Little Cayman have improved to the point that the curfew on those two islands will be lifted at 9 am this morning.
• On Grand Cayman reports have begun to be gathered on the overnight and continuing impact of the heavy winds and high seas. Among the first situations being monitored is flooding in the Savannah "gully" area. The Fire Service was dispatched this morning to undertake a reconnaissance of the area. Authorities said this morning that if conditions were to require evacuation, the residents would be advised and assisted to relocate.

  All residents in the area are urged to exercise utmost caution. If homes are flooded, electrical breakers should be turned off. Also, everyone is reminded that wading through water in the midst of stormy conditions is extremely dangerous.

  The curfew remains in effect on Grand Cayman. Residents are asked to stay in doors and monitor the local media.

For further information contact: Pat Ebanks