For years, Belize’s National Fire Service has operated without a dedicated national headquarters. It is a gap that has long raised concerns about coordination, training, maintenance capacity and even morale within the department. Successive administrations have acknowledged the need for a centralized base but despite
As Belize moves deeper into the dry season, the risk of bush and house fires is once again heating up, but one voice has been noticeably quiet. In recent months, firefighters have consistently declined media interviews, even after major blazes, raising questions about transparency and
A local dispute is quickly becoming a political crisis. The proposed police station in Caye Caulker is now drawing attention well beyond the island, as pending redistricting puts it within the Fort George constituency. Area Representative Henry Charles Usher says he’s been closely monitoring the
As hurricane season edges closer, one of the most dangerous threats facing coastal communities, storm surge, is taking center stage in Belize. This week, the country is hosting a high level workshop that brings together meteorologists, disaster managers, and international experts. They’re all focused on
An online post warning of an imminent heatwave in Belize has been making the rounds on social media, raising concern among residents already bracing for the annual dry season heat. While the increased awareness may be helpful, meteorologists say the information being circulated is simply
Free health care is drawing big crowds in Belize City. A four‑day medical mission led by the Seventh‑day Adventist Church is offering everything from dental services to general health consultations and organizers say the response has been overwhelming. Today, News Five’s Paul Lopez stopped by
Commuters are raising concerns after reports that some bus operators have increased fares without government approval. One passenger told News Five they were charged five dollars for a regular Belmopan run that should cost four. Express service is normally priced at $5. The passenger provided
The University of Belize has announced the semi‑finalists for the fourth annual Prize for Investigative Journalism, recognising reporting that tackled some of the country’s most pressing issues. Three investigations have been shortlisted: News Five’s ‘Stella Maris Child Drowning’ by Paul Lopez, Hipolito Novelo, Darrel Moguel, George Tillett,
Police are investigating the disappearance of Marcos Canti, the First Alcalde of Indian Creek Village, after he failed to return home from his farm on Monday afternoon. According to police, Canti, 41, left his home around 2:30 p.m. to tend his farm near Pine Hill Village.
With hurricane season fast approaching, international experts, meteorologists, and disaster managers are meeting in Belize this week for a high-level workshop aimed at improving forecasting and early warning systems. The three-day training, supported by the U.S. National Hurricane Center and global partners, focuses on advanced storm
