Hurricane Preparedness: Dominica’s Meteorology chief says the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has begun (June 1–Nov 30) with a below-normal forecast, but warns the island remains highly vulnerable to flash floods, landslides, strong winds, rough seas, and coastal damage—urging residents to follow official updates via the Dominica Meteorological Service and social media. Climate & Water Stress: Regional reports flag 2026 climate swings, including prolonged drought, rising sea levels, and extreme heat driven by a strong El Niño pattern, threatening freshwater supplies, ecosystems, agriculture, and tourism. OECS Tech for Resilience: OECS leaders in Kingstown pushed digital transformation as a “tool for regional survival,” calling for data-driven decisions, smart destination management, early warning systems, and wider digital inclusion to cut climate risk. Environment Leadership: Dominica’s Cozier Frederick, now OECS Council of Ministers chair for environmental sustainability, urged more member-state involvement, stronger climate financing, capacity building, and public participation in environmental protection. Social Protection Tech: The UN World Food Programme donated computers and tablets to strengthen Dominica’s Social Welfare Information Management System (SWIMS), plus devices for village councils, to improve record management and support for vulnerable families. Regional Health Tech Access: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS will convene a workshop in Saint Lucia to improve access to safe medicines and health technologies, including pooled procurement, supply chain support, and quality assurance. Education Tech & Readiness: Dominica’s Grade Six National Assessment runs May 28–29 with 792 students at 62 centres, using paper-based exams with support for supervisors and safeguarding of materials.