First tropical wave of season approaches
SAN JUAN — The first tropical wave of the year is approaching the Virgin Islands this morning. Between this afternoon-evening and Monday, The wave is expected to cause an increase…
Officials give heat, rain warnings during weekly briefing
CHRISTIANSTED — The territory is in for an alternatingly hot, rainy and hot again few days, officials said during a Government House briefing on Tuesday. From the National Weather Service,…
Unsettled, wet conditions expected from Wednesday onwards, NWS says
SAN JUAN — An increase in shower and thunderstorm activity, driven by abundant moisture and unstable conditions (deep layered trough), will result in an enhanced risk of flooding across Puerto Rico and…
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SpaceX Rocket Lights Up Puerto Rico Sky
SAN JUAN — SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket was spotted lighting up the sky over Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, on Friday, May 17. Frankie Lucena told Storyful that he recorded this…
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Coast Guard nabs 4 men indicted for smuggling wildlife
SAN JUAN — Four suspected smugglers interdicted by the Coast Guard and U.S. Customs and Border Protection surface and air units were indicted by a federal grand jury in the…
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Forecasters predict increase in rain starting next week
SAN JUAN — The NOAA Weather Prediction Center indicates an increased 50% chance of above-average rainfall in the Northeast Caribbean region for the period May 22 to June 4. Although…
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Strong Economy, Low Unemployment, and Higher Job and Wage Growth Extend Social Security Trust Funds to 2035
The Social Security Board of Trustees Monday released its annual report on the financial status of the health of the Social Security Trust Funds. The combined asset reserves of the…
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JetBlue offers new direct flights from San Juan to St. Croix as part of expansion
SAN JUAN — JetBlue announced a significant network expansion in Puerto Rico this week, introducing six new destinations, including daily nonstop service between San Juan and St. Croix starting December…
Puerto Rico declares state of emergency after heavy flooding, landslides
SAN JUAN — Puerto Rico’s governor has declared a state of emergency following heavy rains, widespread flooding and landslides in the U.S. commonwealth. One person has been reported missing. Governor Pedro…
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Tourist’s body found in Puerto Rico days after he was swept from waterfall
Alex DaLomba Tavares was with his girlfriend when the rip current took him by surprise SAN JUAN — The body of a Massachusetts man who was swept away by the…