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BELCO: Philippe Preparedness And Advice
BELCO today advised that preparations are being made for Tropical Storm Philippe and offered advice for property owners in advance of the storm. A spokesperson said, “BELCO’s Crisis Management Team has been convened to coordinate preparations ahead of possible impacts from Tropical Storm Philippe and will continue to meet frequently until the storm... Read more of this article
Tropical Storm Warning Is Now In Effect
A Tropical Storm Warning is now in effect for Bermuda and Tropical Storm Philippe “continues to pose a significant threat to our island,” the Government said. A Government spokesperson said, “The Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] convened today to assess the evolving threat posed by Tropical Storm Philippe, which is forecast to... Read more of this article
Tropical Storm Philippe A “Threat To Bermuda”
[Updated] Tropical Storm Philippe is a “threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours [3 days] forecast to be 96 nm to the SSE at 12pm on Friday [Oct 6] with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period depending upon its track.” Graphic... Read more of this article
BWS: TS Philippe “Not A Threat At This Time”
Tropical Storm Philippe is a “not a threat at this time”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 967 nm to the SE at 12:00 pm on Wednesday [Sept 27], with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period.” Graphic courtesy... Read more of this article
Senator Tucker On Hurricane Shelter Not Opening
[Updated] “Indications are that there are increased numbers of homeless people in Bermuda and the charities are hard pressed to keep up with the needs, so how is it that a government that claims to care about its people does not ensure that an emergency shelter, even a makeshift one is open during a hurricane,” OBA Senator Robin Tucker said. Senator... Read more of this article
Ministry Provides Update On Hurricane Nigel
Earlier today [Sept 18], the Ministry of National Security convened an Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] meeting to assess the current status of Hurricane Nigel, which is “not considered a threat to Bermuda at this time” and it is ”not anticipated that there will be a disruption in government and public services.” A Government... Read more of this article
Ferry & Bus Service Will Resume On Saturday
The Government has announced that both the ferry and bus service will resume on Saturday, September 16. A spokesperson said, “Public bus services will remain suspended for today, Friday, 15 September, and will resume normal services tomorrow, Saturday, 16 September. All ferry services, except for the Orange Route [Dockyard to St. George’s],... Read more of this article
Govt: Buses, Ferries, Causeway, Airport, More
“Bermuda has emerged from the passage of Hurricane Lee overnight successfully thanks to our community’s commitment to preparedness and safety,” the Government said. A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is pleased to report that the Island has weathered the storm successfully, without injuries or significant... Read more of this article
Freisenbruch Offices To Reopen This Afternoon
Freisenbruch Insurance Services Ltd. announced that their offices will reopen today [Sept 15] at 12.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Today [Friday] our offices will reopen at 12:00pm. “To report a claim, please call 296-3600 [press the number 3], email claims@fmgroup.bm or go to our website and submit online. “At Freisenbruch, we are there... Read more of this article
Live Updates & Videos: Hurricane Lee
[Updating] Public schools will be closed on Thursday and Friday, ferries will be suspended on Thursday, buses will run according to their normal schedules until 5.30pm when bus operations will be suspended, the Causeway will remain open and be closely monitored and flights will be suspended from 12 noon on Thursday. Your screen will automatically refresh... Read more of this article
Butterfield Bank To Open This Afternoon
Butterfield advises the public that its offices and Banking Centres in Bermuda will be open for business from 12.00pm to 4.00pm today [Sept 15]. A spokesperson said, “Butterfield advises the public that its offices and Banking Centres in Bermuda will be open for business from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. today. “The ATMs at Collector’s Hill,... Read more of this article
Govt Issues Statement Post Hurricane Lee
The Ministry of National Security is advising the public that the island’s main roadways are clear for passage. A Government spokesperson said, “Following assessments by the Ministry of Public Works and utilities crews, the Ministry of National Security is advising the public that the main roadways are clear for passage. “The public... Read more of this article
