The Grenada Airports Authority (GAA) has announced a Tsunami preparedness drill scheduled to take place at the Maurice Bishop International Airport (MBIA) on Wednesday, 5 November 2025, from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. This initiative is part of the GAA’s commitment to enhancing disaster readiness and ensuring the safety of airport users in the face of potential natural disasters. The drill coincides with World Tsunami Awareness Day, highlighting the importance of global awareness and preparedness for such catastrophic events. The exercise will last approximately 1.5 hours, during which normal airport operations will continue uninterrupted. Flights will not be affected, and the airport will remain open to the public. In the unlikely event of an actual emergency during the drill, the simulation will be halted immediately, and standard emergency protocols will be activated. The GAA has urged the public to remain calm and informed, emphasizing that any emergency-like activities observed during this period are part of the planned exercise. The authority expressed gratitude to travelers, airport stakeholders, and the local community for their cooperation and understanding as they work to bolster safety measures and emergency response capabilities. This drill underscores the GAA’s proactive approach to disaster management and its dedication to safeguarding the well-being of all airport users.
