Author Archive: Bernews1

Fitch: Bermuda’s Preparedness, Building Codes

Bermuda’s “extensive hurricane preparedness and strict enforcement of its building codes” helped limit economic losses and loss of life compared with other hurricane-prone nations that are less developed, Fitch Ratings said. The statement from the ratings agency said, “Fitch Ratings expects a limited amount of industry insured... Read more of this article

Gonzalo Remnants Affect UK, At Least Two Dead

Two or three people — reports from out of the UK vary — have been killed in the United Kingdom as a result of the remnants of Hurricane Gonzalo, with a woman killed by a falling tree, while a man died after being crushed a by van when the jack collapsed. The death of a a 63-year-old man who died after his car crashed into a bridge near... Read more of this article

PLP Banquet Rescheduled Until November 22

Due to Hurricane Gonzalo, the PLP have rescheduled their Annual Banquet, moving it from October 25 to November 22. A spokesperson said, “Due to recent Hurricane Gonzalo’s effect on Bermuda, the Progressive Labour Party would like to announce the rescheduling of our 47th Annual Banquet. The banquet, originally scheduled for Saturday, October... Read more of this article

Nonsuch Report No Major Infrastructure Damage

“We are happy to report that despite a direct hit by Hurricane Gonzalo, in the initial surveys it does not appear that Nonsuch Island suffered any major damage to it’s Infrastructure or Geology,” the latest update on the Nonsuch website said. They said that the beach and coastal areas suffered far less than during hurricanes Fabian... Read more of this article

“Business As Usual” At The Hamilton Princess

It is business as usual at The Fairmont Hamilton Princess following Hurricane Gonzalo, with all services and amenities – including the hotel’s new resort pool, Princess Marina and harbour side restaurant – fully operational. The Fairmont Hamilton Princess did not sustain damage as a result of Hurricane Gonzalo. To ensure the safety and security... Read more of this article

35 Year Old Man Injured In Fall From Ladder

A 35 year old man in stable condition on the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit after falling off a ladder on Saturday afternoon. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12 noon on Saturday, October 18th first responders attended a report of a man injured after falling off a ladder outside a Longford Road, Warwick residence. “The victim, believed... Read more of this article

EMO Evening Update: Govt Schools To Open

Government schools will be open tomorrow [Oct 21] with the exception of St. John’s Pre-School and Devonshire Pre-School, bus service resumed as normal except for Route 1, the Causeway has reopened to two-way traffic, and East End garbage collection will get underway tomorrow. Those were some of the updates provided in this evening’s update from... Read more of this article

Collision: 51 Year Old Man In Critical Condition

A 51 year old man is in critical condition in the ICU following a motorcycle collision on South Road in Devonshire at around 12:10am on Thursday. A police spokesperson said, “At last check the 51 year old Hamilton parish man injured in a reported single vehicle motorcycle collision on South Road in Devonshire near the junction with Tee Street... Read more of this article

Release Of Courier Packages Suspended

The Department of Customs is advising the public that as a result of damage experienced to the courier building at the L.F. Wade International Airport, the inspection and release of courier packages and shipments has been temporarily suspended. “The Department of Customs is working with the operators to find alternative facilities and hopes to... Read more of this article

Governor: “Massive And Impressive Response”

“We have seen a massive and impressive response to the double hit we have had within a week from Fay and Gonzalo,” Governor George Fergusson said today [Oct 20]. “There has been a tremendous job of organisation and co-operation – but above all effort and commitment by very many people. I want to pay particular tribute to those whose... Read more of this article

Delayed Start For BHI Rising Chef Competition

Bermuda Hospitality Institute’s annual fundraiser, “Bermuda’s Rising Chef of the Year Competition” has postponed the start of the event due to unexpected delays caused by Hurricane Gonzalo. Semi-final #1 which was due to take place on Monday 20th October will be held on Monday 27th October and Semi-final #2 which was due to take place on Tuesday... Read more of this article

Opposition: “Bermudian Spirit In Full Display”

“It is in challenging times such as this when we truly see the Bermudian spirit in full display,” Opposition Leader Marc Bean said today [Oct 20]. PLP Leader Marc Bean said, “I am very gratified to know that there was no loss of life directly attributed to Hurricane Gonzalo. Unfortunately, there have been incidences of damage around... Read more of this article