CONFERENCE NEWS

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RECENT NEWS

Puerto Rico’s Hurricane Season: Preparedness and Perspective

August 25, 2026

Dear SMM community, Puerto Rico, like other destinations throughout the Caribbean and southeastern United States, is within the Atlantic hurricane season from June 1 through November 30. While SMM2026 will take place during this period, being within hurricane season does not mean that a storm is expected to affect Puerto Rico or the Conference. NOAA’s … Read More

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Water Conditions in San Juan, Puerto Rico

August 25, 2026

Dear SMM community, Some of you have seen news coverage of the water rationing affecting parts of metropolitan San Juan, which has raised some concerns from our community. Here are some important facts to consider. Puerto Rico is experiencing its driest conditions in over a century, and the water authority (PRASA) has implemented rotating 48-hour … Read More

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