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Water Resources Authority of Jamaica The WRA is responsible for the management of Jamaica's fresh water resources.

🌡️ Hotter. Drier. Less water?What does Jamaica’s latest weather forecast mean for our rivers, reservoirs and water suppl...
21/08/2026

🌡️ Hotter. Drier. Less water?

What does Jamaica’s latest weather forecast mean for our rivers, reservoirs and water supply?

👉 Swipe through to see the connection💧

Reflecting on Monday’s tour with the Board of the Water Resources Authority (WRA) and members of staff, we visited Spani...
21/08/2026

Reflecting on Monday’s tour with the Board of the Water Resources Authority (WRA) and members of staff, we visited Spanish Bridge, where the WRA’s surface water monitoring system tracks the rise and fall of water levels in the river. 💧

Our water resources are truly amazing and serve so many purposes. The data collected helps inform decisions that support a secure water future. Let’s all play our part in protecting these valuable resources. 🌿

📸 Swipe to see the beauty of Spanish Bridge!

The Power of Water 💧⚡Water is a powerful natural resource, capable of being harnessed to generate electricity and drive ...
17/08/2026

The Power of Water 💧⚡

Water is a powerful natural resource, capable of being harnessed to generate electricity and drive progress.

At the JPS Roaring River Hydro Plant, the WRA Board reflected on the incredible potential of water to power our nation and the importance of responsibly managing this vital resource.

From left: Allison Rangolan, Board Member; Dr. Shaneica Lester, Board Member; Dr. Peter Clarke, Managing Director; and Ozane Bell, Board Member.

29/07/2026

Meet the faces behind our summer! 👋

They’ve been with us for almost four weeks, bringing fresh ideas, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.

We’re excited to introduce our amazing interns! 🌟

24/07/2026

Our Managing Director, Mr. Peter Clarke preparing for his Netflix documentary on how he will get Jamaicans to conserve water amidst this heat

Every drop counts. 💧 Conserving water and increasing storage today will help Jamaica better withstand the impacts of El ...
23/07/2026

Every drop counts. 💧

Conserving water and increasing storage today will help Jamaica better withstand the impacts of El Niño and future droughts.

Together, we can build a more water secure future.

Deep limestone aquifers remained relatively stable during the 2014–2016 El Niño. 💧If you've missed any part of the story...
20/07/2026

Deep limestone aquifers remained relatively stable during the 2014–2016 El Niño. 💧

If you've missed any part of the story, take a look at our last four posts for the full picture.

Now for the next question: If they're so reliable, why don't we use them more? 👀

💧 Here’s what happened during the 2014–2016 El Niño.During this period:🌊 Surface water declined rapidly.💦 Springs dried ...
17/07/2026

💧 Here’s what happened during the 2014–2016 El Niño.

During this period:
🌊 Surface water declined rapidly.
💦 Springs dried up.
🪣 Alluvium wells experienced sustained declines.
🪨 Deep limestone aquifers remained relatively stable.

💡 Water Tip: Start conserving water now. Fix leaks, use water wisely, and store water where possible. Every drop counts.

👀 Stay tuned for our next post as we answer an important question:

If deep limestone wells stay stable during droughts, why don’t we use them more?

🌡️ A “Godzilla El Niño” is an informal nickname for an exceptionally strong El Niño. It is capable of causing widespread...
16/07/2026

🌡️ A “Godzilla El Niño” is an informal nickname for an exceptionally strong El Niño. It is capable of causing widespread weather impacts around the world.

💬 Do you remember the 2015–2016 El Niño? How did it affect you or your community? Share your memories in the comments.

👀 Stay tuned for our next post, where we’ll look back at the 2015/16 El Niño and explore what happened to Jamaica’s water during one of the strongest El Niño events on record.

💧 Did you know? Approximately 84% of Jamaica’s freshwater comes from groundwater, making it one of our most valuable nat...
15/07/2026

💧 Did you know? Approximately 84% of Jamaica’s freshwater comes from groundwater, making it one of our most valuable natural resources.

The Water Resources Authority monitors 133 river gauging stations, 271 groundwater monitoring wells, and more than 850 licensed water sources across the island to help ensure Jamaica’s water resources are managed sustainably.

As El Niño strengthens and drier conditions are expected, understanding where our water comes from is the first step in protecting it.

💬 Before today, did you know that most of Jamaica’s water comes from underground? Let us know in the comments.

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Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 16:00

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+18769270077

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