ANGUILLA LANDFILL SCHEDULED TO REOPEN TODAY

(St. Croix, USVI) - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) would like to inform the community that the Anguilla Landfill will reopen today at 12 p.m. The landfill is closed due to mechanical failure in conjunction with a subsurface fire that recurred around 6:50 a.m. today, Monday, April 21, 2025.

The VIWMA thanks the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS), contractor A-9 Trucking Enterprises, Inc. and our employees for their teamwork.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused the community. The VIWMA remains dedicated to providing reliable services and appreciates the community's ongoing support and understanding.

For more information, contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-474-2811 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn for updates.

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04-21-2025

VIWMA WARNS AGAINST ILLEGAL DUMPING OF MOTOR OIL

(St. Thomas, USVI) - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) wants to inform the community about the unfortunate illegal dumping activity near the Krum Bay Dock in Subbase St. Thomas.

Last week, the VIWMA team cleaned up approximately 60 gallons of illegally discarded used motor oil from the area. Illegal dumping is against the law, and violators are subject to a fine of not less than $1,000 and/or 180 days imprisonment.

Residents are reminded that used oil can be disposed of properly, free of charge, at the Bovoni Landfill on St. Thomas, the Anguilla Landfill on St. Croix, and the Susannaberg Transfer Station on St. John.

Illegal dumping poses significant environmental risks. VIWMA advises the community to ensure that all waste is disposed of correctly to protect and preserve the Virgin Islands.

The VIWMA remains dedicated to providing reliable services and appreciates the community's ongoing support.

To report illegal dumping or other waste-related violations, please contact the VIWMA Enforcement Director, Anderson Poleon, at (340) 715-4961 or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn for updates.

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04-15-2025

VIWMA ANNOUNCES EASTER HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

(Virgin Islands) - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) would like to inform the community of the hours of operation for VIWMA's Landfills, Transfer Station (TS), Convenience Centers (CC), and administrative offices in observance of the Easter holidays as follows:

Administrative offices will reopen on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

The VIWMA Team wishes everyone a safe and happy Easter!

For more information, contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-474-2811 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter,and LinkedIn for updates.

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03-27-2025

CANCRYN PUMP STATION OFFLINE DUE TO MECHANICAL ISSUES

(St. Thomas, USVI) - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises the public that the Cancryn pump station is currently offline but undergoing repair. This situation may lead to sewer system issues. VIWMA advises residents to avoid standing water in any affected areas.

We understand the inconvenience this may cause and rely on your cooperation as we resolve this matter. 

For more information contact the Division of Wastewater at 340-715-9151 or Communications Management at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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04-08-2025