Hon. Daryl Vaz Photo JIS File

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says there has been no damage to the runway at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston from the passage of Hurricane Beryl.

In a statement on Wednesday (July 3), Mr. Vaz said the roadway between Harbour View roundabout and the NMIA remained unaffected.

He noted that there was an issue on the way to Port Royal from the airport roundabout and that equipment was on standby at the airport to clear the roadway once it was safe to do so.

“Thankfully, there is work taking place on the airport and therefore equipment is currently there… which means that the roadway from the airport roundabout to Port Royal will be cleared in the shortest order,” he assured.

Minister Vaz said the Government will be making every effort to ensure the airport resumes operations in the shortest possible time to minimise flight disruptions.

“I expect that as soon as Hurricane Beryl has passed, we will be able to clear the road and ensure that the NMIA resumes operations promptly,” he stated.

The Minister also extended prayers to all Jamaicans and urged everyone to stay safe.

He advised that the Ministry will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide further updates, as necessary.

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