Hashtag: #2020HurricaneSeason

Tech Issues: BWS Website [Seems Fixed Now]

[Updated] The Bermuda Weather Service website continues to experience technical issues — as of this writing it is still saying a hurricane warning is in effect — and while they await the issue to be resolved, the BWS is updating their Facebook page with pertinent information. A BWS forecaster told Bernews, “I cannot speak to the specifics... Read more of this article

Government: Restart Of Bus Service Delayed

[Updated] “Due to the hazards of overhanging power lines and vegetation left in the wake of Hurricane Paulette,” the public bus service will be unable to resume this morning [Sept 16], officials said. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advises the public that due to the hazards of overhanging... Read more of this article

BELCO Retirees Join Restoration Effort

Following Hurricane Paulette, BELCO retirees have joined the restoration effort, bringing their wealth of knowledge and experience to help lighten the load. Just over 25,000 people lost power in the hurricane — about 70% of the island – and the BELCO crews quickly started to restore power, and as of this writing, there are around 2,000 customers... Read more of this article

PLP Thanks Hurricane First Responders

The PLP thanked the “Regiment, BELCO workers, police, fire, nurses, doctors and all the first responders that saw us safely through the hurricane.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is at it’s best when we pull together as one community across the divisions in our society. We saw it during the worst of the coronavirus lockdown. We saw... Read more of this article

Video: Before, During & After Hurricane Paulette

Hurricane Paulette — the earliest P named storm on record — passed over Bermuda late Sunday/early Monday, causing widespread power outages and some relatively minor damage such as downed trees and power lines, and the video below shows a look at before, during and after the storm. You can view our live updates on Hurricane Paulette here,... Read more of this article

Bermuda College To Re-Open On Wednesday

The Bermuda College will re-open tomorrow [Sept 16] for classes and normal operations. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College will re-open tomorrow, Wednesday, September 16, 2020 for classes and normal operations, as per pre-Paulette conditions. Most classes will be taught online and students without electricity are invited to come to campus, undergo... Read more of this article

Governor Visits Bermuda Regiment Soldiers

Governor John Rankin visited Warwick Camp and various sites across the island to meet with members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment who were embodied during Hurricane Paulette. Government House posted the photos online below and said, “The Governor today visited Warwick Camp and various sites across the island to meet those members of the Royal Bermuda... Read more of this article

BSX To Resume Operations On Wednesday

The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] announced that normal market operations will resume tomorrow [Sept 16]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange announces that normal market operations will resume tomorrow, Wednesday the 16th of September 2020.” You can view our live updates on Hurricane Paulette here, and all our coverage of Hurricane... Read more of this article

Video: Govt Press Conference On Hurricane

[Updated] The Bermuda Government held a press conference today [Sept 15] to provide updates regarding Hurricane Paulette, with Premier David Burt and Minister of National Security Renee Ming speaking. 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... Read more of this article

BELCO Restore Power To Over 20,000 So Far

As of 1.00pm today [Sept 15], power has been restored to approximately 20,000 customers with work continuing to reconnect the remaining approximately 5,000 without power. A spokesperson said, “Hurricane Paulette has now moved away from Bermuda and BELCO Crews are working to restore power across the island. “As of 1:00 pm today, power has been restored... Read more of this article

Argus: We Will Be Available Today

The Argus Group Property & Casualty Department will be available today [Sept 15] from 1.00pm to 5.00pm. On behalf of The Argus Group, Ryan Eve, VP Operations, Property & Casualty, today issued the following statement: “We hope that all are safe after Hurricane Paulette. “If you experienced damage to your property and need to urgently contact... Read more of this article

Clarien Resumes Normal Operations On Wed

Clarien Bank will resume normal business operations tomorrow [Sept 16] following closures due to Hurricane Paulette. A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank will resume normal business operations on Wednesday, September 16 following closures due to Hurricane Paulette. A thorough assessment of all facilities and systems has been completed to ensure... Read more of this article

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