Category: News
Clarien Bank Will Remain Closed Tomorrow
All Clarien Bank Limited offices will remain closed tomorrow [Sept 15] in order to “allow authorities to facilitate storm cleanup and power restoration following Hurricane Paulette.” A spokesperson said, “In the interest of safety, all Clarien Bank Limited offices will remain closed on Tuesday, September 15 to allow authorities to... Read more of this article
Motorcycle Accident On Harbour Road
There was a vehicle motorcycle accident this evening [Sept 13] on Harbour Road, and the public is “urged to stay off the roads as winds continue to increase into the night. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service has advised that there has been a single vehicle motorcycle accident on Harbour Road between Manse Road and... Read more of this article
Video: BWS Director Dr Mark Guishard
Bermuda Weather Service Director Dr Mark Guishard joined Bernews this afternoon [Sept 13] in order to provide another update on Hurricane Paulette. You can view our live updates on Hurricane Paulette here, and all our coverage of Hurricane Paulette here. Related Stories Video: Govt Press Conference On Hurricane Video: Govt Press Conference On... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Press Conference On Hurricane
[Updated] The Bermuda Government is holding a press conference today [Sept 13] to provide updates regarding Hurricane Paulette. We will have more information later on, however the best way to stay informed is via our ongoing live updates on Hurricane Paulette here, and you can also view all our coverage of Hurricane Paulette here. Update 4.56pm: Minister... Read more of this article
Duffy Wins Karlovy Vary ITU Triathlon World Cup
Bermudian triathlete Flora Duffy won the 2020 Karlovy Vary ITU Triathlon World Cup today [Sept 13] in the Czech Republic. The report on the International Triathlon Union website said, “Sunday afternoon in Karlovy Vary saw Bermuda’s Flora Duffy back on an Olympic-distance course for the first time since the Lausanne Grand Final, and putting in... Read more of this article
Photos, Videos: Weather As Paulette Approaches
The weather condition are beginning to deteriorate as Hurricane Paulette makes its approach to the island, with the storm currently having maximum sustained winds near 80 mph [130 km/h] with higher gusts. A look at the weather conditions this morning and early this afternoon [footage taken from around 10.30am to 2.00pm at various locations] is below,... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermuda Prepares For Hurricane
With Hurricane Paulette forecast to bring high winds starting tonight and making its closest approach to the Island early on Monday morning, residents and businesses are taking precautions to protect their property, with residents finalizing their preparations, while numerous businesses are boarded up in the City of Hamilton. You can view photos below,... Read more of this article
Video: Lines At Tynes Bay Prior To Hurricane
With Hurricane Paulette forecast to start affecting Bermuda later today [Sept 13], residents have lined up at the Tynes Bay Incinerator as they seek to drop off their trash as part of their preperation. You can view our live updates on Hurricane Paulette here, and all our coverage of Hurricane Paulette here. Related Stories WEDCO Prepares For Tropical... Read more of this article
RUBiS Service Station Closing Hours Today
As Hurricane Paulette continues to make its way towards the island, RUBiS has advised of the projected closure times for their service stations today, Sunday, 13th September: Boaz Island Service will close at 5PM; Causeway Service will close at 4 PM; Dowling’s Marine will close at 6 PM; East Broadway Service will close at 4 PM North Shore Service... Read more of this article
Video: Sunday Sept 13th ‘Good News’ Spotlight
While we may be in the midst of both a pandemic and a storm, there is still plenty of good news to celebrate, including Dante Leverock receiving a Legends Scholarship, Flora Duffy winning the silver medal at the 2020 Hamburg Wasser World Triathlon, the Smith Group holding a back-to-school community giveaway and the Marsh & Guy Carpenter internship... Read more of this article
Covid-19: 893 Results Received, None Positive
Today there were 893 test results received and none were positive for COVID-19, so the total of confirmed cases to date remains at 177, with 6 cases being active. A spokesperson said, “Today there were 893 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19. Bermuda has 177 total confirmed positive cases. Their... Read more of this article
Video: BWS Director Dr Mark Guishard
Bermuda Weather Service Director Dr Mark Guishard joined Bernews this afternoon [Sept 12] in order to provide an update on Tropical Storm Paulette, which is expected to start impacting the island beginning on Sunday and lasting until late Monday, with the island now under a Hurricane Warning. In providing information on the scientific aspects, Dr Guishard... Read more of this article
