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NHC Monitoring 5 Systems In Atlantic Ocean

NHC Monitoring 5 Systems In Atlantic Ocean

While Bermudians are keeping a close eye on Hurricane Fiona – which is expected to impact us starting later today [Sept 22] – officials at the National Hurricane Center are monitoring five different disturbances in the Atlantic Ocean. NOAA tweeted the animation below and said, “Tropical activity has really picked up in the Atlantic... Read more of this article

BF&M To Close On Friday Due Hurricane Fiona

BF&M To Close On Friday Due Hurricane Fiona

BF&M offices will be closed on Friday [Sept 23] due to Hurricane Fiona. A spokesperson said, “BF&M wishes to inform customers that its offices will be closed on Friday, September 23rd due to Hurricane Fiona. Please take all necessary precautions to prepare at this time. Updates about our reopening will be issued in the press, on the BF&M... Read more of this article

Clarien Offices To Close At 12pm Today

Clarien Offices To Close At 12pm Today

Clarien Bank offices to close at 12 noon today, and remain closed on Friday due to Hurricane Fiona. A spokesperson said, “For the safety and security of our clients and employees, please be advised that all Clarien Bank offices will close at 12 noon on Thursday, September 22 and remain closed through Friday, September 23 due to Hurricane Fiona.... Read more of this article

PHC’s Black And White Week Finale Cancelled

PHC’s Black And White Week Finale Cancelled

Pembroke Hamilton Club [PHC] announced that due to the arrival of Hurricane Fiona, the finale event of Black and White spirit week on Friday [Sept 23] has been cancelled. A spokesperson said, “Earlier this week, Pembroke Hamilton Club [PHC] announced a Black and White spirit week leading up to the Club’s first game back under the lights at Stadium... Read more of this article

HSBC To Close Early Due To Hurricane Fiona

HSBC To Close Early Due To Hurricane Fiona

The HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited will close early due to Hurricane Fiona. A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited will close for business at 3.00 pm, Thursday – September 22nd, 2022 due to Hurricane Fiona, which is a threat to the Island. “We will resume normal business operations at 9:00 am, Monday – September 26th, 2022 and... Read more of this article

Hamilton Princess’ Hurricane Fiona Updates

Hamilton Princess’ Hurricane Fiona Updates

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is advising the public that as they prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Fiona, the hotel will be operating on the below schedule during the next two days. A spokesperson said, “The hotel services available are: 1. Thursday, September 22nd The Duchess open 7am to 5pm Exhale Spa & Gym open 7am to 7pm Crown &... Read more of this article

City: Secure Properties To Minimize Damage

City: Secure Properties To Minimize Damage

[Updated] As Bermuda readies for the arrival of Hurricane Fiona, the City of Hamilton is reminding City businesses and residents to prepare early and secure their properties to minimize any damage. A spokesperson said, “Anything that can become a potential projectile must be stored safely, including wheelie bins. “The last garbage collection... Read more of this article

Butterfield Bank Advisory On Hurricane Fiona

Butterfield Bank Advisory On Hurricane Fiona

Bank of Butterfield is advising the public that due to Hurricane Fiona, all Butterfield Banking Centres in Bermuda will be closing at 12 noon tomorrow [Sept 22] and plan to reopen on Monday, 26 September, at 9.00am. A spokesperson said, Some ATM’s will be temporarily unavailable from tomorrow morning due to hurricane preparations. Any no-wait deposits... Read more of this article

Video: Press Conference On Hurricane Fiona

Video: Press Conference On Hurricane Fiona

[Update] Minister of National Security Michael Weeks is holding a press conference this afternoon [Sept 21] to give an update on Hurricane Fiona, which the BWS said will being Tropical Storm Force late Thursday night and will “likely reach Hurricane Force on Friday morning.” For all our coverage of Hurricane Fiona click here, and for ongoing... Read more of this article

Video: Press Conference On Hurricane Fiona

Video: Press Conference On Hurricane Fiona

[Updated] Minister of National Security Michael Weeks will be holding a press conference this afternoon [Sept 20] to provide an update regarding Hurricane Fiona, which the Bermuda Weather Service said is a ‘threat to Bermuda’, with the island expected to be impacted later this week. Update 5.34pm: The press conference has concluded and we will update... Read more of this article

Video: BWS Deputy Director Michelle Pitcher

Video: BWS Deputy Director Michelle Pitcher

Deputy Director of the Bermuda Weather Service Michelle Pitcher will joining Bernews at 1.30pm this afternoon [Sept 20] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with Ms Pitcher set to provide an update on Hurricane Fiona, which the BWS said is a ‘threat to Bermuda’ with their latest forecast discussion noting that ‘a... Read more of this article

BELCO Crews Preparing For Hurricane Fiona

BELCO Crews Preparing For Hurricane Fiona

BELCO advised that they are “preparing for the impending impact of Hurricane Fiona” and they “are taking this storm seriously and our crews are in full preparation mode.” The Bermuda Weather Service advised that Hurricane Fiona is a “threat to Bermuda”, with “dangerous seas and periods of heavy rain expected from late Thursday.” A... Read more of this article