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Video: Saildrone USV Tracks Hurricane Ernesto
Saildrone and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA] have deployed a fleet of uncrewed surface vehicles [USVs] to track Hurricane Ernesto. Besides capturing footage of the rough seas amid the storm, the USVs aim to collect data on storm formation and intensification as part of an ongoing mission to better understand these powerful... Read more of this article
Ministry Provides Hurricane Ernesto Update
This morning [Aug. 17], the Ministry of National Security urged safety and responsible behaviour as the island continues to experience the effects of Hurricane Ernesto. The Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks said, ”I wish to extend my best wishes to all of Bermuda and express my hope that all are faring well. We have been getting numerous... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Bermuda Prepares For Hurricane
As Hurricane Ernesto approaches Bermuda, residents are taking precautions and securing their property in advance of the storm, which is expected to bring over 30 hours of high winds to the island. Click here for all of our coverage of Hurricane Ernesto, and click here for our ongoing live updates on the storm. Related Stories Video: Govt... Read more of this article
Freisenbruch To Close Early For Hurricane
Freisenbruch Insurance will close its office at 2:00 p.m. today due to Hurricane Ernesto. A spokesperson said, “As we prepare for the impacts of Hurricane Ernesto, we remain mindful of our obligations to keep our clients, our staff and our families safe. “Today [Friday] our office will close at 2:00pm and is scheduled to reopen when the... Read more of this article
Causeway To Close At 9pm This Evening
The Government announced that the Causeway will close at 9.00pm tonight [Aug 16] – an hour earlier than previously stated – due to updated weather data predicting high winds from Hurricane Ernesto. Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said, “The Causeway will close at 9.00pm tonight and not 10.00pm as was earlier stated. This... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Provides Update On Ernesto
The government is holding a press conference this afternoon [Aug 16] to provide the latest update on Hurricane Ernesto. We will have additional information later on and you can watch the live video below and click here for our ongoing live updates on the storm. Minister Weeks’ full statement follows below: I am joined by the Premier the Hon.... Read more of this article
Live Video: Weather From Nonsuch Island
Nonsuch Expeditions is live streaming from Nonsuch Island, which is expected to take the brunt of Hurricane Ernesto. A spokesperson said, “Nonsuch Expeditions LiveStream from Nonsuch Island Cahow Colony A, which being on the southern, ocean facing side of Nonsuch is expected to take the full impact of Hurricane Ernesto. Keep checking back as we... Read more of this article
City Of Hamilton Prepares for Hurricane Ernesto
As Hurricane Ernesto approaches, the administrative offices of the Corporation of Hamilton in City Hall and at the Works Depot on Laffan Street will be closing at 12.00pm tomorrow [Aug 16]. A spokesperson said, “Due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Ernesto, the administrative offices of the Corporation of Hamilton in City Hall and at the... Read more of this article
Hamilton Princess Hurricane Ernesto Advisory
[Updated] The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has adjusted some of its operating hours in light of Hurricane Ernesto’s expected impact on the island. A spokesperson said, “In preparation for Hurricane Ernesto’s approach to Bermuda, the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has the following public advisory regarding its dining, spa and... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Press Conference On Hurricane
[Updated] Minister of National Security Michael Weeks is holding a press conference this afternoon [Aug 15] to provide an update on Hurricane Ernesto, which is expected to impact the island starting tomorrow afternoon. We will have additional information later on and you can watch the live video below and click here for our ongoing live updates on the... Read more of this article
Butterfield Bank Closing Early On Friday
[Updated] Butterfield’s Banking Centres will close early on August 16 due to Hurricane Ernesto, with a planned reopening on August 19th. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised that due to Hurricane Ernesto, all of our Banking Centres will close at 2 p.m. on Friday, August 16, and for the entirety of the weekend. We anticipate reopening... Read more of this article
College To Close On Aug 16 Due To Ernesto
Bermuda College will close on August 16 due to Hurricane Ernesto and aims to reopen on August 19, depending on the post-storm assessment. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College will be closed all day on Friday, August 16 as a result of the approach of Hurricane Ernesto. The College anticipates re-opening on Monday, August 19, pending a positive... Read more of this article
