Hashtag: #Ernesto
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
Weather Service Issue ‘Hurricane Warning’
The Bermuda Weather Service has now upgraded the ‘Hurricane Watch’ to a ‘Hurricane Warning’. In their update this morning [Aug 15], they said, “BWS continues to closely monitor the progress of Hurricane Ernesto, now about 553 nautical miles to the southwest of Bermuda. A Hurricane Warning is now in effect for Bermuda “A... Read more of this article
Minister Tinee Furbert: Look Out For Seniors
“As we prepare for the approaching hurricane, I urge everyone to look out for the most vulnerable among us, particularly our seniors,” Minister of Youth, Social Development & Seniors Tinee Furbert said. Minister Furbert said, “They are the cornerstone of our society, and it is our responsibility to ensure their safety and well-being... Read more of this article
NSC Closure Due To Hurricane Ernesto
The National Sports Centre [NSC] will be closing at 12:00pm on Friday [August 16] due to Hurricane Ernesto. A spokesperson said, “The Board of Trustees of the National Sports Centre [NSC] wishes to advise members of the public that the NSC will be closing at 12:00pm on Friday, August 16th, in anticipation of Hurricane Ernesto. The facility will... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Updates On Storm Ernesto
[Updated] Minister of National Security Michael Weeks is holding a press conference this afternoon to provide an update on Hurricane Ernesto, we will have additional information later on and you can watch the live video below. Update: The Minister said, “By Friday evening, we anticipate that strong to gale-force winds will begin to affect Bermuda,... Read more of this article
