VIWMA ADVISES OF ACTIVE FIRE AND TEMPORARY CLOSURE AT ANGUILLA LANDFILL

(St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands) — The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) is advising the public of an active fire currently occurring on the southwest side of the working phase at the Anguilla Landfill on St. Croix.

In the interest of public safety and to allow emergency personnel and landfill crews to respond appropriately, the landfill will close immediately until further notice.

Residents, commercial haulers, and all landfill users are strongly urged to refrain from accessing the facility during this time. VIWMA personnel are actively monitoring the situation and coordinating response efforts to contain the fire safely and efficiently.

The Authority understands the inconvenience this temporary closure may cause and appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as response operations continue.

Additional updates regarding landfill operations and reopening schedules will be provided as more information becomes available.

For more information, please contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-715-9100 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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05-13-2026

VIWMA ADVISES OF RESTORATION AT CANCRYN PUMP STATION

(St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands) — The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises the community that operations at the Cancryn Pump Station have been successfully restored, and the station is now back online following recent electrical issues that resulted in a temporary pump failure.

As a result, sewer service in the downtown area is returning to normal operations. VIWMA crews will continue to monitor the system to ensure stability and address any remaining concerns as necessary.

The Authority thanks residents, businesses, motorists, and pedestrians for their patience, cooperation, and understanding while emergency response and repair efforts were underway.

VIWMA remains committed to improving wastewater infrastructure throughout the Territory and appreciates the continued support of the community.

To report illegal dumping or other waste-related violations, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 340-715-9100 (St. Thomas) or 340-712-4962 (St. Croix).

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05-12-2026

VIWMA REMINDS VILLA OWNERS, RENTAL OPERATORS, AND MULTI-UNIT PROPERTY OWNERS OF PROPER WASTE DISPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

(U.S. Virgin Islands) — The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) is reminding villa owners, property managers, short-term rental operators, and multi-unit property owners of their legal obligations regarding proper waste disposal following concerns about commercial entities using residential trash bins.

VIWMA advises that, under Virgin Islands law, villa rentals, short-term rental properties, and multi-unit properties (four units or more) operating as businesses are classified as commercial operations under Virgin Islands law. Residential bin sites are reserved exclusively for household use by individual residents. Under V.I. Code Title 19, §1563, misuse of public waste receptacles is prohibited. Commercial disposal at residential bin sites violates this statute and may result in fines issued by VIWMA Environmental Enforcement Officers.

Commercial entities must transport their waste to a VIWMA landfill or transfer station, or secure private permitted waste collection services. Businesses transporting their own waste are required to obtain a Waste Collection and Disposal Permit. Permit information is available on the VIWMA website.

VIWMA encourages all commercial property owners and operators to review their waste disposal practices to ensure compliance with territorial regulations. The Authority will continue monitoring bin sites and enforcing regulations to protect public health, preserve the environment, and maintain the integrity of the Territory’s waste management system.

VIWMA extends its appreciation to the many property owners and operators who continue to follow proper disposal practices and contribute to cleaner, healthier Virgin Islands.

For more information, please contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-715-9100 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with VIWMA on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates.

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05-13-2026

VIWMA ADVISES OF TRASH SURVEY AT BOVONI LANDFILL

(St. Thomas, U.SV.I.) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises the public and waste haulers that the Solid Waste Division will conduct a trash survey at the Bovoni Landfill from May 12–14, 2026, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

As part of the survey process, selected haulers will be randomly directed to unload the contents of their vehicles at a designated area within the landfill. This will allow the survey team to assess and analyze the types of waste being collected and disposed of from various locations throughout the Territory.

VIWMA advises that the assessment process may result in temporary delays for selected haulers. The Authority appreciates the patience and cooperation of all haulers as this important initiative is conducted.

The survey will assist VIWMA in better understanding the composition of waste entering the landfill daily and support future planning efforts related to waste reduction, recycling initiatives, and landfill management.

For more information, contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-715-9100 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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05-11-2026