DCA Clarifies Temporary Fence Installation at Dickenson Bay
The Development Control Authority (DCA) has issued a public clarification regarding recent social media posts showing the installation of a fence along the southern section of the Dickenson Bay coastline near Corbinson Point.
According to a statement from Glenville Dixon Jr., Public Relations Officer at the DCA, the structure is not a permanent barrier, but rather a temporary safety fence installed to protect the public during ongoing coastal defence works in the area.
The DCA explained that several truckloads of large boulders are currently being placed as part of shoreline stabilization efforts, and the fence serves as an essential safety measure to prevent accidents and injuries while heavy equipment and construction activity continue along the beach.
“This measure is temporary and approved to ensure public safety during the coastal works,” the DCA statement read. “The fence acts as a barrier to keep the public away from active work zones and unstable areas.”
The authority assured residents and beachgoers that access to the area will be fully restored once the coastal works are safely completed.
The DCA also appealed to members of the public and the media to share accurate information to prevent misinformation and ensure community safety during the project’s execution.
For further details, the DCA has made available a full Public Notice outlining the scope and safety provisions of the Dickenson Bay coastal defence project.
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Comments (8)
John Public October 28, 2025, 7:57 AM
Rather than been reactive, why didn’t they put out a “Public Notice. Announcement” before to inform the general public before the social media posts?
Anonymous October 28, 2025, 8:21 AM
KMR October 29, 2025, 3:52 PM
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