"...the U.S. Coast Guard has planned to close the port at 9 a.m. Monday, ceasing ferry traffic between St. Thomas and St. John... to give residents enough time before tropical storm force winds begin to make sure all vessels are secured properly...The Source will keep residents up to date on all government notices and closings...either be posted on the front page of each site or under the Community Alert section."

http://stthomassource.com/content/news/local-news/2009/08/15/brief-st-john-port-close-monday