Dominica has ramped up its on-the-ground response in communities across the East and Northeast following heavy rainfall, flooding and landslides triggered by a trough system over the weekend.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit and his team continued visits to affected areas on Monday, April 27, 2026, as recovery efforts intensified.

A second Cabinet meeting was also convened Monday evening to assess the situation and coordinate the national response.

Authorities say support is already reaching impacted communities, particularly in Atkinson and surrounding areas, where residents are being supplied with drinking water.

Additional deliveries are planned, with bulk water to be provided once blocked roads are cleared. Food, tarpaulins and other essential supplies are also being distributed.

Communication remains a challenge in some areas, with internet service still disrupted.
To address this, Starlink units are set to be installed at key centres to help residents stay connected.

Access continues to be a major concern, as landslides have restricted movement in parts of the East and Northeast.

Heavy equipment is currently being used to clear roads, and access to Atkinson, Antrizzle and the Kalinago Territory is expected to be restored shortly.

Temporary solutions are also being put in place at the Calixte bridge to reconnect communities including Dix Pas, Tranto, Good Hope, San Sauveur and Petite Soufriere.

Temporary shelter has been arranged for displaced residents in Atkinson, with the government providing food, care packages and psychosocial support.

Officials say work is also underway to address longer-term housing needs for those who lost homes or suffered severe damage.

Meanwhile, several schools across the East and Northeast remain closed due to safety concerns.

These include Concord Primary, Atkinson Primary, Salybia Primary, Sineku Primary, Castle Bruce Primary, Lighthouse Christian Academy, Temple SDA, San Sauveur Primary, Wesley Primary, Wills Strathmore Stevens Primary, Castle Bruce Secondary and North East Comprehensive.

Authorities say updates will be provided as conditions improve.

Farmers have also been affected, with access to farms disrupted in some areas.

Officials say assessments are ongoing and support will be provided once access is restored and damage is verified.

Clean-up efforts are already underway, with National Employment Programme (NEP) teams deployed in communities such as Rosalie, Riviere Cyrique, Castle Bruce and Marigot.

Additional teams are expected to be sent in as access improves.

The government says it remains focused on a responsive, people-centred recovery effort and has committed to keeping the public informed as work continues.