All Saints community calling on the Ministry of Works to address months old stagnant pool of water
Residents in the All Saints community are calling on the Ministry of Works for urgent intervention after a stagnant pool of water, left behind by incomplete excavation works, has remained unresolved for months.
The issue, located near Mock Pond, east of the All Saints complex, reportedly began in December when the area was excavated by the Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA). Months later, the site remains unfinished, with residents saying their repeated appeals for action have gone unanswered.
One resident, who has been attempting to get the matter resolved since early January, described the situation as both frustrating and concerning.
“I’ve been reaching out since early January… they dug it up in December,” the resident said, noting the lack of follow-up despite ongoing complaints.
An image circulating online shows a large pool of greenish, stagnant water occupying a section of the roadside, bordered by uneven mounds of dirt. Residents fear the standing water could serve as a breeding ground for mosquitoes, increasing the risk of illnesses within the community.
Beyond health concerns, the area has also become a hazard for both motorists and pedestrians. The uneven terrain, combined with poor visibility at night and during periods of heavy rainfall, has made navigating the stretch of road increasingly dangerous.
Residents have also voiced concerns about the difficulty in contacting the Antigua Public Utilities Authority, with some claiming that phone calls have gone unanswered and follow-up efforts have proven costly and unproductive.
As the situation drags on, residents say they remain hopeful that continued public attention will prompt swift action to restore the area to a safe and sanitary condition.
Some people really know how to make the PM look bad. Aren’t there people assigned to oversee the needs of the communities? The PM cannot be everywhere nor can he do everything