(US Virgin Islands) October 7, 2019 - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA or the Authority) reminds all business owners they must employ a permitted hauler or become a permitted hauler to dispose of their waste. This is according to VI Code Title 19 Chapter 56 § 1555 (e) and (b).

It is illegal for any business to dispose their commercial waste at public bin sites. All commercial waste must be transported to the landfills.

The Authority is authorized to issue permits for commercial waste collection and transportation, provided the applicant meets all lawful requirements. Failure to obtain a permit will result in a fine of $1,000.00 for each offense, imprisonment for up to180 days, or both.

To complete a permitted hauler application, or to obtain a list of permitted haulers, call VIWMA at 340-715-9100 on St. Thomas, 340-774-2141 on St. John or 340-712-4962 on St. Croix.

The way our local businesses dispose of their waste affects the beauty of our islands and our collective efforts to reduce our environmental footprint. To report illegal dumping call our hotline at 844-WMA-USVI (844-962-8784).

For more information, contact the VIWMA Office of Communications Management at 340-513-4171 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Also, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and/or Twitter.

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09  20/19

(St. Croix, USVI) September 25, 2019 - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) Preserving Paradise team advises the community and solid waste haulers that the Anguilla Landfill is closed due to deteriorated road conditions caused by the recent passage of Tropical Storm Karen.

In the interim, haulers are reminded to hold waste. The Authority will continue to provide updates as road conditions improve.

The VIWMA Preserving Paradise team apologizes for the inconvenience and would like to thank the community for their continued patience and cooperation.

Please call our hotline at 844-WMA-USVI (844-962-8784) and do your part in preserving paradise! For more information, contact the Office of Communications Management at 340-513-4171 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Also, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and/or Twitter.

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09  25/19

(St. Croix, USVI) - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (‘VIWMA” or“Authority”) Preserving Paradise team advises the community of an active fire at theAnguilla Landfill reported Tuesday, October 8 at about 9:55 a.m. The Virgin Islands FireService (VIFS) firefighters were on the scene at about 10:15 a.m.

The fire is located on the east side of the landfill in the area where household andcommercial waste is deposited. Firefighters and VIWMA personnel are workingexpeditiously to bring the fire under control. VIWMA advises the public and all haulersthat landfill operations have been temporarily suspended. Haulers are asked to holdwaste until normal operating hours resume.

Residents with respiratory disorders/conditions should take precautions to minimize theirexposure to smoke as wind directions change. The Authority will continue to provideupdates regarding changes that may affect public health, the environment and haulersutilizing the Landfill.

The VIWMA Preserving Paradise team apologizes for the inconvenience and would liketo thank the community for their patience and cooperation.

For more information, contact the Office of Communications Management at 340-513-4171 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Also, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and/orTwitter.

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09  20/19

 (VIRGIN ISLANDS) - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (“VIWMA” or “Authority”) Preserving Paradise team advises the public that all VIWMA administrative offices and facilities will be open today.

VIWMA administrative offices will be open from 8am to 5pm. The collection of municipal solid waste has resumed, all solid waste disposal facilities are open until 4:00pm. There may be general waste collection delays due to weather conditions; haulers are asked to please take safety precautions.

The Authority continues to monitor the weather; adjustments to operating hours will be communicated timely.

The VIWMA Preserving Paradise team would like to thank the community for their continued patience and cooperation.

For more information, contact the Office of Communications Management at 340-513-4171/340-712-4962 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Also, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and/or Twitter.

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09  25/19