Recent rains delayed roadworks that caused traffic disruptions
Minister for Communication and Works, Kye Rymer, has attributed the delay in ongoing roadworks to adverse weather conditions, particularly the recent heavy rains, which have affected scheduling and progress.
Speaking on ZBVI radio, Rymer responded to public criticism following severe traffic congestion in various parts of Tortola. The disruptions, particularly in Districts 1 and 3, were felt by commuters earlier this week as they faced long delays due to roadworks during peak hours.
When asked whether the Ministry had planned adequately to avoid such disruptions, Rymer acknowledged that the works had been well-planned, but weather setbacks had been unforeseen. “We had discussed all the works in detail with contractors and planned accordingly. However, the recent weeks of continuous rain affected our ability to stick to the schedule,” Rymer explained. “As a result, much of the work that you are seeing now is only getting underway because of the weather delays.”
The situation led to widespread frustration, prompting the Ministry to halt several roadworks until evening hours to minimise traffic impact. Acting Premier Julian Fraser also weighed in earlier this week, apologising to the public for the inconvenience caused and directing the Ministry to adjust the work schedule.
On Wednesday, November 20, traffic in key areas such as Sea Cows Bay and Paraquita Bay was brought to a standstill, with motorists expressing their frustration over the delays. Rymer visited these sites personally and confirmed that roadworks near the Sea Cows Bay Community Centre and Paraquita Bay would be rescheduled to nighttime hours to ease congestion. Contractors had initially hoped to complete more work during daylight hours before anticipated rainfall, but this strategy proved problematic.
Rymer concluded by once again apologising to the public and assured that the Ministry is committed to minimising disruptions moving forward. “We understand the inconvenience caused to commuters, and we are doing everything possible to resolve the situation as quickly as possible,” he said.
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What have we done to our country?! How did we get here? Such incompetence, wrapped in a bow, that comes with every level of excuse to justify unmitigated failures on all fronts! 🙁
Fixing the road during rainy season – make sense nuh man!
What rubbish. Sea Cow Bay road was dug up in July. July!
Go Kye, keep going Young Govt.
Yes, I agree. He should GO out of the People’s House. Incompetence at all levels. We the People have had enough of this nonsense. If you want him in the 5th you can have him. We do not need such incompetence in our Ministries. The rest of us should not have to suffer!!!!
BS excuses , SCB road was dug up at least four months ago.
They are still giving excuses for the hurricane seven years ago the worse government the BVI has ever had.
Pi**ing down our backs telling us it’s raining!
is saying )> KiE ) leh me try ah
ting – ah pitiful look ought to do the trick v) ah yo got to bear wid me , AIN’T
MY FAULT , ITS THAT
FRIGGING RAIN AGAIN,
ÌTS ALWAYS MESSING UP OUR PROGRAMS
BLAMING RAIN FOR YOUR INCOMPETENCE, DO US A FAVOR AND STEP DOWN OR RESIGN. YOU’RE A FAILURE.