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Photo Set III: Bermuda After Humberto
Following Hurricane Humberto, the island remains a state of alert due to Hurricane Jerry while also continuing clean up work, and the photos below offer a look at the conditions and some of the damage from Humberto. These photos were all taken in the west end this afternoon [Sept 20] with the western end of the island appearing to have sustained... Read more of this article
11,081 Customers Remain Without Power
As of 6.30pm this evening [Sept 20] a total of 11,081 customers remain without power due to Hurricane Humberto, and BELCO crews continue to work on restoration and said that is ”anticipated that all customers will have their power restored by end of day on Monday.” A spokesperson said, “BELCO crews continue to work across the island... Read more of this article
Photo Set II: Bermuda After Humberto
With Hurricane Humberto now having moved on from Bermuda – and the island remaining on a state of alert due to Hurricane Jerry — clean up work continues, and the photos below offer a look at the conditions and some of the damage remaining around the island this afternoon [Sept 20], with some trees still down, houses seen with roof damage... Read more of this article
BFA Updates Schedule Following Humberto
The passage of Hurricane Humberto has forced the Bermuda Football Association [BFA] to alter its schedule, with some matches postponed. A BFA spokesperson said, “Please take note of the following changes to the football schedule due to Hurricane Humberto: “The First/Premier Division matches scheduled at Goose Gosling Field on Saturday, September... Read more of this article
People Urged To Be Ready For Hurricane Jerry
“Hurricane Jerry is a potential threat to Bermuda” and everyone should “remain in a hurricane readiness mode,” Minister for National Security Wayne Caines said today, adding that this second hurricane is being “closely monitored” by the BWS and the EMO, and the Royal Bermuda Regiment “will remain embodied... Read more of this article
Somerset Police Station Closed Due To Damage
Due to roof damage sustained during Hurricane Humberto, Somerset Police Station has been closed to the public until further notice. A police spokesperson said, “Due to roof damage sustained during Hurricane Humberto, Somerset Police Station has been closed to the public until further notice and police personnel that were working at that location... Read more of this article
Paget Traffic Lights Now Back In Service
[Updated] The Paget traffic lights are currently not currently working. A police spokesperson said, “Motorists are advised that the Paget traffic lights are not currently working. “Until they are repaired, police officers will monitor the junction of Middle Road and South Road in Paget. The patience and cooperation of the motoring public is appreciated.” Update... Read more of this article
Dockyard’s Mall Open For Business Tomorrow
The Mall at Dockyard will reopen tomorrow as the Grandeur of the Seas is due to arrive on Saturday and the Norwegian Dawn on Sunday. However, the West End Development Corporation [WEDCO] is warning people that Dockyard is still in ‘hurricane mode’ with boats taken out of the water for Hurricane Humberto still on the roads and cleaning up work still... Read more of this article
Colonial Urges People To Check Policies
Colonial Insurance is urging their customers to ensure their policies are current and up to date. A spokesperson said, “Hurricane Jerry is currently tracking to become a potential threat to Bermuda by early next week. We continue to urge all of our customers to ensure that their Colonial policies are current and up to date. “We wish to advise... Read more of this article
TCD Testing Facilities Closed Today
Testing facilities at both the Southside and Rockaway locations are closed today [Sept 20] due to damage caused by Hurricane Humberto. A spokesperson said, “The Transport Control Department is advising that testing facilities at both the Southside and Rockaway locations are closed today due to damage caused by Hurricane Humberto. “The Department... Read more of this article
Boater Safe After ‘Mayday Call’ In Hurricane
A boater made a Mayday Call during Hurricane Humberto after the vessel “became out of control and adrift in the extreme weather conditions,” with the boater eventually making it to Hinson’s Island, where “local residents provided assistance to the solo sailor.” A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Wednesday... Read more of this article
Hamilton Docks Reopen For Customers Today
The Hamilton Docks will reopen for customers today [Sept 20] at 8am. A spokesperson said, “Please note that Stevedore Services Limited will open for customers at 8 AM on Friday. “After a team from Stevedore Services Limited assessed and re-ordered the dock on Thursday following the passage of Hurricane Humberto, it was determined that the... Read more of this article
Videos: Hurricane Humberto Passes Bermuda
With Hurricane Humberto now having moved on from Bermuda and clean up work well underway, the videos below offer a look at the storm’s effects and press conferences before, during, and after it swept across the island. You can view our live updates on Hurricane Humberto here, and all of our coverage of Hurricane Humberto here. Bermuda After... Read more of this article
EMO: Bus Service Will Not Operate On Friday
“Due to the amount of debris and downed utility lines on a number of routes, in the interest of public safety, the bus service will not run tomorrow,” the Government said this evening. A Government spokesperson said, “This evening, the Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] provided an update regarding tomorrow’s bus service. “Following... Read more of this article
National Sports Centre Will Reopen On Friday
The National Sports Centre [NSC] will reopen on Friday morning [Sept 20], a spokesperson has confirmed, A NSC spokesperson said, “While there is some substantial damage around the facility, it looks like the Aquatics Centre has minimal damage. We will reopen tomorrow morning as planned but please bear with us as we will be cleaning the leaves out... Read more of this article
BTA: Bermuda Is ‘Open For Business’
Last night, Hurricane Humberto passed by Bermuda, but ”Bermudians have plenty of experience in dealing with weather events” – more than four centuries’ worth — so “damage was minimal, clean-up is underway, and the island is open for business.” This is from the BTA, which said, “Last night, Hurricane Humberto,... Read more of this article
