The Government of Grenada has condemned the actions taken by residents in the burning of debris and attempts to block access to the site at the Harvey Vale playing field on Carriacou.
The field, which is being used for the collection of debris from hurricane Beryl, was found ablaze on Sunday night, prompting fire services to respond.
The government said as a result, the fire department was forced to use several gallons of water to contain the blaze, noting that the island cannot afford such behaviour, given the water challenges already being experienced in Carriacou and Petite Martinique.
The government stated: “The intentions of the perpetrators seek to create panic and chaos on the Sister Isle in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. This type of disorder is prohibited and will be thoroughly investigated by the Royal Grenada Police Force.”
Member of Parliament for Carriacou and Petite Martinique, Tevin Andrews, in a message to his constituents, said the matter is currently under investigation and officials are receiving some interesting information as the situation develops.
The Minister reassured the public that there is no immediate danger to the structures in the vicinity, stating that the fire is under control for now, and efforts are focused on containing it within the playing field rather than extinguishing it completely.
