Hashtag: #HurricaneGonzalo

EMO Statement: Airport, Causeway, Schools

The Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] provided an update this evening [Oct 18] following Hurricane Gonzalo, which passed the island as a category 3, battering the island for a number of hours. The EMO said the airport sustained additional roof damage, however it is anticipated that it will be open late tomorrow [Sunday] afternoon. All Government... Read more of this article

Car Wrapped In Plastic Withstands Gonzalo

A car that was wrapped in plastic to help defend against Hurricane Gonzalo — with the photo of it becoming a hit on social media – has come through the hurricane in picture perfect condition, with no scratches or debris. Bernews posted a photo of the car on social media just prior to Gonzalo’s arrival yesterday [Oct 17], and it gained... Read more of this article

Regiment Soldiers Aid In Gonzalo Clean Up

Bermuda’s soldiers were today out on the water and on land helping clear up after Hurricane Gonzalo. Boat Troop soldiers checked homes on islands in and around Hamilton Harbour for damage while land-based soldiers continued to clear roads and help secure damaged roofs. The news came as the Regiment prepared to team up with sailors from HMS Argyll... Read more of this article

TBI Offers Public WiFiZone Hotspots For Free

TBI is stepping up to assist during this post-hurricane time, opening up all their WiFiZone Hotspots to the public – for free — for the next few days. The company has over 30 hotspots from east to west including Town Square, Destination St. George’s [Visitors Center], Pennos Wharf, Police Officers Recreation Club, Strykz Bowling Lounge,... Read more of this article

BHB: Some Damage, Care Not Compromised

[Updated] While Hurricane Gonzalo did cause some structural damage to several Bermuda Hospital Board [BHB] buildings, patient care was not compromised by the storm and all patients and staff are reported to have remained safe throughout the night’s events. A BHB spokesperson said, “BHB confirms that despite some structural damage, patient... Read more of this article

Photos/Video: Causeway Opens After Gonzalo

[Updated: Causeway open] With Hurricane Gonzalo making its way northeast of Bermuda, the task of restoring Bermuda will soon get underway, and many people will be hoping the Causeway was able to withstand the brunt of the hurricane force winds. The Causeway getting battered during Gonzalo: The Causeway was closed just before 11am yesterday, and will... Read more of this article

No Loss Of Life Or Major Injury With Gonzalo

While Hurricane Gonzalo did cause widespread power outages and island-wide damage, including to the Causeway, the storm thankfully did not cause any reported loss of life or major injuries, the police confirmed. Clean up has begun across the island While loss of power affected 30,700 customers at one point, BELCO has reported that it has restored service... Read more of this article

Premier Dunkley: “Bruised But Unbowed”

“Bruised but unbowed..,,” said Premier Michael Dunkley today [Oct 18] describing the effects on Bermuda after a direct hit from Hurricane Gonzalo. “The EMO met at 8am this morning and we are beginning the assessment of the damage sustained across the Island and the work to restore Bermuda has already begun. Roads are being cleared, buildings are... Read more of this article

[Cancelled See Other Story] Updates/Photos

[Now over] This morning [Oct 18] Bermuda begins the momentous task of cleaning up after Hurricane Gonzalo, with the storm having knocked out power for the majority of the island. 7.16am: BELCO said, “As soon as we have first light, BELCO will begin the task of assessing damage and beginning restoration. At this time, we cannot say how long restoration... Read more of this article

30,700 Lose Power At Peak Of Hurricane

[Updating] With Hurricane Gonzalo having completed its pass over Bermuda, BELCO is working to restore power to the thousands of customers currently without it. At 9.00pm, approximately 13,022 customers were without power due to Gonzalo. There were 30,700 out right after the storm, meaning that 17,678 have been restored so far. BELCO – Bermuda’s... Read more of this article

Man Rescued From Boat In St David’s Today

Emergency service personnel today [Oct 17] helped pluck a man from a boat being battered by heavy seas, with his boat — which was at the Chapel of Ease dock – hit by high seas and strong winds, resulting in the emergency services going to his rescue at around 4pm. Members of the Regiment’s Operational Support Unit [OSU] and the airport-based... Read more of this article

West End Ambulance Team Called Into Action

An ambulance team based at the Bermuda Regiment’s Warwick Camp this morning [Oct 17] swung into action after an emergency call from a woman who had gone into labour early. King Edward VII Memorial Hospital critical nurse Shaunne Smith said, “It’s useful being based up here. Everybody’s got their stations and their areas.” The Regiment’s... Read more of this article

NASA Posts Mini Video Of Gonzalo From Space

Following the satellite images they released of Hurricane Gonzalo, NASA has also posted a Vine showing Gonzalo as seen from the Space Station as it orbited above. Vine is a short-form video sharing app, which allows people to share 6 second videos. For all our coverage of Tropical Storm Fay click here, for all our coverage of Hurricane Gonzalo click... Read more of this article

Hurricane Gonzalo: Bishop of Bermuda’s Prayer

The Bishop of Bermuda The Rt Reverend Nicholas Dill has extended his prayers and thoughts to the people of Bermuda as we get ready for Hurricane Gonzalo to pass over us. Bishop Dill said, “To all the people of Bermuda, as you gather in your homes tonight, I want to invite you to join hands in praying for one another, for peace and safety that... Read more of this article

Video: BF&M To Close, Releases Safety Tips

In preparation for Hurricane Gonzalo, the offices of BF&M will be closed for business on Friday [Oct 17]. A spokesperson said, “Following Hurricane Gonzalo, we will be open for business as soon as possible after the storm passes to assist our customers, once the Emergency Measures Operation has advised that it is safe to travel on the roads... Read more of this article

Video & Text: Today’s Gonzalo Press Conference

The last buses will leave Somerset and St. George’s at 6pm today, ferries will end service at 7pm, the Causeway will close at 10am tomorrow and the Royal Navy vessel HMS Argyll is heading to Bermuda, Premier Michael Dunkley said at a press conference today [Oct 16]. The Premier said, “As I said yesterday, it is important that all preparations... Read more of this article

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