Hashtag: #HurricaneGonzalo
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UK Royal Naval Ship HMS Argyll To Standby
[Updated] Premier Michael Dunkley confirmed that the UK Royal Naval ship HMS Argyll is heading towards Bermuda, and will be on standby to provide assistance should we need any after the passing of Hurricane Gonzalo. Speaking at a press conference today, the Premier said: “Out of an abundance of caution, the Royal Navy vessel HMS Argyll is heading... Read more of this article
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Tourism Authority Update On Gonzalo Prep
Bermuda Tourism Authority CEO Bill Hanbury has provided an update on the measures the BTA is taking under its Emergency Management Plan in light of the impending arrival of Hurricane Gonzalo.. The full statement from Mr. Hanbury is below: The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] Bermuda office will close Thursday, October 16 at 1:00 p.m. in anticipation... Read more of this article
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Dept Of Health Offers Hurricane Safety Tips
The Department of Health is reminding the public of key tips necessary to safely prepare for an emergency as Hurricane Gonzalo continues its approach. A spokesperson said, “The Department of Health would like to remind the public of key preparedness tips for health and safety as Hurricane Gonzalo approaches. “To ensure water supply safety,... Read more of this article
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Youtube Star Warns Bermuda About Gonzalo
Bermuda has received warnings and a forecast about the impending arrival of Hurricane Gonzalo from Frankie MacDonald, a popular Canadian YouTuber, who has almost 40,000 subscribers and close to 10 million views. Mr. MacDonald, who has autism, is considered an internet sensation, and his unique take on the weather has led him to be featured both on... Read more of this article
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Crime Stoppers 5k Road Race Rescheduled
In light of impending Hurricane Gonzalo, and to ensure the safety of all participants, the Argus Crime Stoppers 5K Road Race & Walk originally scheduled for Sunday, October 19 is being rescheduled for Sunday, November 30. All online registrations will be refunded automatically through www.racedayworld.com. If there are any problems regarding online... Read more of this article
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Clarien Bank’s Notice For Hurricane Gonzalo
Clarien Bank said they will “cease all operations effective Thursday, 16 October at 1pm in preparation for the impending approach and immediate aftermath of Hurricane Gonzalo. The Paget Plaza and Hamilton branch locations will remain closed through the weekend. “Customers are encouraged to complete all ACH and wire transactions by 12 noon... Read more of this article
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Sailing: Gonzalo Delays Argo Group Gold Cup
[Written by Talbot Wilson] In a meeting today [Oct 15] Argo Group Gold Cup organizers at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club [RBYC] took a close look at Hurricane Gonzalo‘s predicted track and intensity and decided to delay the event schedule by one day to allow crews the opportunity to reschedule flights to arrive after the storm has passed and the... Read more of this article
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Gibbons Company Closing Hours For Gonzalo
Due to the forecast of approaching Hurricane Gonzalo, the Gibbons group of companies have announced closure times affecting the next few days. Gibbons Company main department store located between Reid and Church Street will close at 1pm Thursday, October 16th and will remain closed on Friday, October 17th. Gibbons Home store will also close at 1pm... Read more of this article
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Early Pension Payments For Colonial Clients
[Updated] In light of the approaching hurricane, Colonial Pensions advised that its pensioners that their monthly pension payment will be deposited into their bank accounts effective tomorrow, 16th October 2014. A spokesperson said, “These payments are being made early to allow for any necessary cash withdrawals before early bank closures and/or... Read more of this article
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HSBC Notice: Hours Changed Due To Gonzalo
Due to Hurricane Gonzalo planning to making an unappreciated visit to us, there will be an interruption to HSBC branch hours of operation. HSBC Bermuda branches will close at 1:00pm on Thursday [Oct 16] and remain closed on Friday. A spokesperson said, “In accordance with HSBC Bank of Bermuda Limited‘s Business Continuity Plan, the requisite... Read more of this article
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Trash Collection Changes Due To Gonzalo
Due to impending arrival of Hurricane Gonzalo, regular household waste will be collected in the West-End tomorrow, Thursday [Oct 16], but not collected on Friday in the East-End. A spokesperson said, “Recycling collection will not occur this week on Thursday or Friday but will be collected next Thursday and Friday, October 23rd and 24th. “Garbage... Read more of this article
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Regiment Partially Embodied From 2pm Thurs
Due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Gonzalo — a Category 3 hurricane forecast to batter us with tropical and hurricane force winds for 27 hours – the Bermuda Regiment will be partially embodied with effect from 2.00pm on Thursday. A statement from the Regiment said, “Individuals included in that embodiment will have already been... Read more of this article
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Fairmont Hamilton Prepares For Gonzalo
Hurricane preparedness procedures have been put into effect at The Fairmont Hamilton Princess in advance of the anticipated arrival of Hurricane Gonzalo. “Hurricane procedures, as well as safety and security plans, have been implemented,” said Allan Federer [pictured], general manager, The Fairmont Hamilton Princess. “Our management team is continually... Read more of this article
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Hurricane Seminar Postponed By Hurricane
In what could be seen as an unfortunate irony, a seminar on hurricanes has been postponed due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Gonzalo. The RICS Hurricane presentation by visiting academics from Western Ontario and Dr. Mark Guishard from BIOS is postponed from Thursday [Oct 16] until Thursday 6th November. The presentation was due to be on Hurricane... Read more of this article
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Bank Of Butterfield To Close At 1pm On Thurs.
The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited said hat due to the approach and potential impact of Hurricane Gonzalo, Butterfield Banking Centres and offices will close at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, 16 October and will remain closed on Friday, 17 October and Saturday, 18 October. A spokesperson said, “The safety of our customers and employees is... Read more of this article
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Charters & Extra Flights On Prior To Gonzalo
The airport will close at 9.00pm on Thursday night and will likely remain closed throughout most of Saturday, however until it closes the airport will be extra busy, with two charter flights going out and airlines adding extra flights out, including Air Canada,United Airlines, JetBlue and American Airlines. A spokesperson said, “In anticipation... Read more of this article