BELCO Is “Closely Monitoring’ Hurricane
BELCO advised that it is “closely monitoring the forecasts associated with both Major Hurricane Humberto and Tropical Depression Nine and any potential impacts to the island.”
A spokesperson said, “Major Hurricane Humberto is forecast to pass to Bermuda’s west sometime late on the evening of Tuesday, September 30/ early morning of Wednesday, October 1.
“BELCO’s Crisis Management Team [CMT] has met to review all preparation protocols and in the event that the storm does impact the island, BELCO stands ready to respond.
“BELCO’s Hurricane Plan has been enacted to coordinate preparations ahead of any potential impacts from Hurricane Humberto. Through this process, critical spares are strategically placed in the western and eastern ends of the island and crew assignments are developed to ensure rapid response.
“Should Bermuda be impacted by Humberto and it results in power outages, restoration crews will start work as soon as it is declared safe to do so and will continue to work until every customer has had power restored. The public can get updates on any storm-related outages on BELCO’s website and social media pages, inclusive of Facebook, X and Instagram.
“While the time for arranging a scheduled power outage with BELCO for tree trimming prior to any potential impacts from Humberto has passed, customers are reminded that the most important action residents can take to prepare is to ensure that trees on their property are clear of power lines. Ensuring that vegetation on private property remains 10 feet away from power lines is the sole responsibility of property owners. Property owners can call [295-5111] or email [treetrimming@belco.bm] three weeks in advance to schedule a power shutdown in order to trim safely.”
BELCO Managing Director Shelly Leman said: “Bermuda was fortunate to have escaped any impacts from Hurricane Gabrielle but I urge the community to not let their guard down. BELCO is monitoring the progress of Major Hurricane Humberto carefully and taking the appropriate action to be prepared should the storm impact Bermuda.
“I urge residents to prepare now for potential storm conditions and encourage all residents and businesses in Bermuda to review their own hurricane safety plans as well as tips and advice on the BELCO website and social media channels to keep their family and property safe should we be impacted by Major Hurricane Humberto.”
What are they going to do. Stop it?
They already have EMO.
Think of who the President of BELCO is … any publicity is good publicity