Updated as of 6:30am, Tuesday 5 November 2024:

The following hurricane shelters are now open ahead of expected conditions associated with Tropical Storm Rafael.

In the Sister Islands, the following shelters will be open from 6am:

• Aston Rutty Centre, Cayman Brac
• West End Primary School
• Public Works Department Building, Little Cayman

In Grand Cayman, the following shelters will open from 10am:

• West Bay: Sir John A. Cumber Primary School
• George Town: Cayman Islands Red Cross
• George Town: John Gray High School Gymnasium (Pet-Friendly)
• Bodden Town: Breakers Community Hall
• North Side: Craddock Civic Centre
• East End: William Allen McLaughlin Civic Centre

The public is reminded to bring their own food and water supplies if they are attending any of the hurricane shelters. Persons requiring medical assistance should also be accompanied by a caregiver.

Stay tuned to official channels for further updates.