Resource Name | What They Offer | Category | Phone | Website | Cost | When to Use | Additional Notes | Location / Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Radio communication when cell service fails - study groups and testing | Training & Certification | Varies | Blue-Skies MonthsYear-Round | Search 'Virgin Islands Amateur Radio Club' or ask at LCS | Local ham radio clubs | |||
First Aid/CPR training, disaster preparedness classes, shelter information | Government AgencyTraining & Certification | 340-776-8987 | redcross.org/local/virgin-islands | Varies | Blue-Skies MonthsYear-Round | Some free community classes available | USVI-Wide | |
Health and safety guidance, medication management, special needs planning | Digital Resource | cdc.gov/disasters | Free | Blue-Skies MonthsPre-SeasonYear-Round | Especially helpful for seniors and people with medical needs | Online | ||
Free disaster response training including first aid, fire safety, light search & rescue | Training & CertificationGovernment Agency | 340-774-2244 | vitema.vi.gov | Free | Blue-Skies MonthsYear-Round | Usually 20 hours over several weeks | USVI-Wide, offered through VITEMA | |
Non-perishable food, water storage containers | Supplies & MaterialsLocal Business/Supplier | Paid | Blue-Skies MonthsPre-Season | Stock up gradually during blue-skies months to avoid panic buying. Rotate supplies annually; check expiration dates each May. | Supermarkets, hardware stores | |||
Free preparedness guides, emergency planning templates, mobile app with alerts | Government AgencyDigital Resource | ready.gov/hurricanes | Free | Blue-Skies MonthsPre-SeasonHurricane SeasonDuring StormPost-Storm Recovery | Download 'FEMA' app for alerts and preparedness tips | Online, mobile app (iOS & Android) | ||
Supply lists, family plan templates, evacuation guides | Digital Resource | ready.gov/hurricanes | Free | Blue-Skies MonthsPre-SeasonYear-Round | Comprehensive free guide | Online - downloadable PDFs | ||
First Aid and CPR training and certification | Training & Certification | Varies | Blue-Skies MonthsYear-Round | Some free community classes available | American Red Cross USVI, local health clinics | |||
First aid kits, medical supplies, prescription refills | Supplies & MaterialsLocal Business/Supplier | Paid | Blue-Skies MonthsPre-SeasonYear-Round | Pre-made kits available but often cheaper to build your own. Ask pharmacy about 90-day prescription supplies. | Pharmacies, supermarkets, online retailers | |||
Generators, fuel containers, fuel stabilizer | Supplies & MaterialsLocal Business/Supplier | Paid | Blue-Skies MonthsPre-Season | Never run generators indoors or near windows | Hardware and equipment retailers (St. John & St. Thomas) |