Go-Jamaica Weather Watch

All ports and docking stations across the island have been closed as a precautionary measure, due to the threat of Tropical Strom Gustav.

The Coast Guard’s Pilot Office told The Gleaner that no ships would be leaving or arriving in the island, as the Tropical Storm still lingers near the island.

Due to the Hurricane Warning that is in effect for Jamaica, the major airports are on alert, as the Sangster International Airport, in Montego Bay will be closed at 2 p.m. today.

Sangster International Airport

Airport officials said they are aware of the threat of the hurricane, but the office remains open because there have been a few changes in both the direction and strength of the natural disaster.

The airport said that depending on the conditions at the time (2 p.m.) the airport would not be closed.

No Decision

There has been no decision made on the closure of the Norman Manley International Airport located in Kingston.

Airport officials have advised The Gleaner that they are uncertain of what will take place, as the airport Directors were still in a meeting.

Reports coming out of the airport suggest a closure, but there has been no official word as to the time the airport will actually be closed.

However, whatever the decision, the public will be advised as soon as possible.