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BELCO Workers Praised After Recent Storm

The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition thanked Bermuda Electric Light Company [BELCO] team for their dedication to restoring power quickly after last week’s storm. The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition posted the photos below online, saying, “Well last weeks storm passed us with almost no damage or incident, and while we were lucky it’s important to... Read more of this article

Planning Guidelines For Hurricane Repairs

The Department of Planning has issued guidelines to assist property owners with repairs following Hurricane Imelda. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Planning recognises the urgency of repairing storm damage following Hurricane Imelda and is committed to assisting property owners through the process. Technical officers are available... Read more of this article

Photos: Aftermath Of Hurricane Imelda

Hurricane Imelda passed by Bermuda bringing waves, rain and strong winds that caused widespread power outages – which BELCO quickly restored — category 2 storm causing fairly minimal damage, showing another testament to the island’s resilience to hurricanes. Related Stories Planning Guidelines For Hurricane... Read more of this article

City “Up And Running” Following Hurricanes

The City of Hamilton has “resumed normal operations” following the passage of Hurricanes Humberto and Imelda, with all city services “up and running.” A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton has resumed normal operations following the passage of Hurricanes Humberto and Imelda. All City services, including trash collection... Read more of this article

Ben Smith Questions Today’s School Closures

“Why are some schools closed unnecessarily?” Shadow Minister of Education Ben Smith said, “Bermuda recovers quickly from hurricanes yet once again public education lags behind. Our children have already lost two days of learning due to the hurricane, and then late Thursday the Ministry announced another unnecessary closure for Friday.... Read more of this article

Videos: Weather During Hurricane Imelda

A series of videos captured the changing weather conditions across the island yesterday [Oct 1] as Hurricane Imelda approached and passed over us, with rain, high wind, and heavy surf resulting. 10am Post Hurricane Weather as Imelda Moves Away 5.30pm Weather In St George’s as Hurricane Imelda Approaches Bermuda Road Closed In Advance of Hurricane... Read more of this article

EMO Issue Evening Advisory On Hurricane Imelda

The Ministry of National Security advised that “with deteriorating weather conditions, all emergency protocols have been activated, and the island is in safety mode as it awaits the storm’s arrival.” A Government spokesperson said, “As of this evening, the following closures and safety measures are in effect: “Causeway: Closed... Read more of this article