Hurricane Fiona Aftermath
Hurricane Fiona Aftermath (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Video: Drone Footage Inside Hurricane Fiona
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA] and Saildrone used an uncrewed wind-powered vehicle to get a look inside Hurricane Fiona before it reached the island. The Saildrone website said, “For the second year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA] and Saildrone are hurricane chasing with uncrewed wind-powered vehicles. Saildrone Explorer SD 1078 was […]
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Fischer Scores Twice In Blair Academy Win
Sydney Fischer scored twice to help her Blair Academy Varsity field hockey teammates move to 3 and 0 on their season with a 3 – 0 win over Kent Place. Fischer scored the game’s first goal in the first period on an assist from Ella Gaitan. Gaitan then doubled the lead, with Fischer this time […]
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Video: ABC News On Hurricane Fiona
ABC News visited Bermuda in advance of Hurricane Fiona, with Senior Meteorologist Rob Marciano and his crew spending time at BELCO, Gorham’s, and John Smiths Bay as they covered the storm. Their coverage included footage of island residents preparing for the storm, power crews readying themselves for the work ahead, an interview with BELCO president […]
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Community turns out for World Peace Day walk and gathering
Members of the community took part in a walk, run and gathering on Wednesday evening in recognition of United Nations Peace Day.
Local activists, religious leaders, sports people and other community m…
Local activists, religious leaders, sports people and other community m…
Norwegian Getaway misses Bermuda voyage due to Fiona
Norwegian Getaway sailed yesterday for New England and Canada rather than its scheduled destination of Bermuda to avoid high seas causes by Hurricane Fiona.
The Getaway left New York yesterday an…
The Getaway left New York yesterday an…
Community bands together to clear 110,000lb of rubbish from Pembroke lot
Tonnes of waste were cleared from an empty Pembroke lot as part of a community effort to improve a Curving Avenue neighbourhood.
Traci Burgess, executive director of Keep Bermuda Beautiful, said more …
Traci Burgess, executive director of Keep Bermuda Beautiful, said more …
Powerboat season hailed a success despite poor start
After last weekend’s final meeting of the season, the Bermuda Power Boat Association commodore Robert Caldwell hailed the 2022 season as a success despite a series of setbacks.
“Our season did not go…
“Our season did not go…
YAO Baseball Bermuda to launch Fall Ball youth programme
YAO Baseball Bermuda will launch its Fall Ball youth programme at Southside, St David’s, weather permitting on Sunday.
The event is open to participants ages 4 to 16 who will be involved in various s…
The event is open to participants ages 4 to 16 who will be involved in various s…
Daniel Augustus continues progress with podium finish on Moonlight Tour
Daniel Augustus says his game is in a “good place” after securing a podium finish on the Moonlight Tour in Florida.
The Bermudian professional fired a boge -free, three-under 69, to finish tied for th…
The Bermudian professional fired a boge -free, three-under 69, to finish tied for th…
Bermuda trio making steady strides in English women’s football
Eva Frazzoni, Keunna Dill and Kshaela Burch-Waldron continue to impress on the English women’s football scene.
The Bermuda trio have more than held their own playing for their respective clubs and eve…
The Bermuda trio have more than held their own playing for their respective clubs and eve…
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of Essent
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a” [Excellent] of the operating subsidiaries of Essent Group Ltd., which are Essent Guaranty, Inc., Essent Guaranty of PA, Inc. [both domiciled in Radnor, PA] and Essent Reinsurance Ltd. [Hamilton, Bermuda] [collectively referred to as Essent]. The […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 22 2022
September 22 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,375.41, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 68 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories BSX Will […]
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Fiona past its closest point of approach
Hurricane Fiona has passed its closest point of approach to Bermuda and is now racing away to the north of the island taking aim at the Canadian maritime provinces.
The Bermuda Weather Service confir…
The Bermuda Weather Service confir…
More than 7,000 Belco customers lose power
More than 7,000 Belco customers are without power with winds increasing in strength as Hurricane Fiona moves closer to the island.
Gusts of almost 70 knots – about 80mph – have been recorded at Fo…
Drone video footage from inside Fiona released
Video footage from a drone inside Hurricane Fiona as it barrelled towards Bermuda has been released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Drone maker Saildrone, Inc and the NOAA rel…
Drone maker Saildrone, Inc and the NOAA rel…
BELCO Cashier Service Closed On Friday
The Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited customer service will be closed to walk-in customers tomorrow [Sept 23]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited has announced that the BELCO cashiers located in the lobby of the Company’s Head Office at 27 Serpentine Road will be closed to walk-in customers tomorrow, Friday, September 23, 2022, […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Sept 22 2022
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 22] include notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on September 22, 2022 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0893/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 22 September 2022 The applications […]
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Live Updates & Videos: Hurricane Fiona
[Updating] Bermuda is preparing for the impact of Hurricane Fiona, which the Bermuda Weather Service said is a “threat to Bermuda,” with the hurricane currently forecast to start impacting the island on this evening [Sept 22]. If you have information or footage [that you obtained safely!] to share, please email info@bernews.com. Your screen will automatically […]
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Photos: Inside Of Hurricane Fiona
A 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron aircrew — known as ‘Hurricane Hunters’ — flew a “data collection mission into Hurricane Fiona“ today [Sept 22] and provided images of the powerful hurricane. A statement on the U.S Department of Defence website said,, “A 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron aircrew from Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., flies a data collection […]
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Bank share price falls on NYSE
With a total trade volume of just 1,354 shares valued at $44,592.10 on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the RG/BSX Index closed unchanged for the week, without the benefit of a Friday session.
The market w…
The market w…
House will not sit tomorrow due to Hurricane Fiona
The House of Assembly will not meet tomorrow due to Hurricane Fiona, it was announced this afternoon.
A spokesperson said: “In light of Hurricane Fiona, please be advised that there will be no meeting…
A spokesperson said: “In light of Hurricane Fiona, please be advised that there will be no meeting…
House Of Assembly Will Not Meet On Friday
The House of Assembly will not meet as planned tomorrow [Sept 23] due to Hurricane Fiona. A Government spokesperson said, “In light of Hurricane Fiona, please be advised that there will be no meeting of the House tomorrow Friday, 23rd September. “By agreement between the Speaker, Premier and Opposition Leader the next meetings will be on […]
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Seven sports confirmed for Commonwealth Youth Games
Two new sports will take centre stage at the Trinidad and Tobago Commonwealth Youth Games in 2023.
Triathlon and Fast5 netball are set to be competed in for the first time at the Games, with the other…
Triathlon and Fast5 netball are set to be competed in for the first time at the Games, with the other…
Ministry: 35 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday
[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Sept 22] with the list indicating that there are five bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 5 runs cancelled this morning, 30 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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Webinar to help island’s restaurant industry go green
An environmental group will next week host a free online seminar to help the island’s restaurant industry go green.
The webinar, organised by Beyond Plastic Bermuda in collaboration with US-based envi…
The webinar, organised by Beyond Plastic Bermuda in collaboration with US-based envi…
DWD Now Accepting Applications for the 2022/23 Graduate Trainee Program
The Department of Workforce Development is now accepting applications for the 2022/23 Graduate Trainee Programme.
High School Students Invited to Attend Tech Education Day
The Ministry of Economy and Labour, through the Economic Development Department (EDD), is excited to announce that the annual Tech Education Day will be held in person on October 31st.
Co-sponsored by Circle and Nimble, leaders in Bermuda’s Fintech industry, the event is held in partnership with the EDD and Bermuda Business Development Agency. It will feature presentations and discussions from Bermudians making their mark in the IT industry. It will cover topics such as Fintech, Web 3.0, NFTs, coding, robotics, and more.
131 Soldiers Embodied Due To Hurricane Fiona
131 Royal Bermuda Regiment Soldiers “will be embodied on the order of the Acting Governor from 4pm Thursday in advance of the arrival of Hurricane Fiona,” the RBR confirmed today. Major Duncan Simons, the commander of the operation said, “The Regiment is tasked with providing immediate response teams, reassurance patrols, command and control elements, and […]
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Regiment to embody today as Hurricane Fiona approaches
The Royal Bermuda Regiment is to embody at 4pm today in advance of the arrival of Hurricane Fiona.
The 131 troops are on duty by order of the Acting Governor, Tom Oppenheim.
Five immediate response te…
The 131 troops are on duty by order of the Acting Governor, Tom Oppenheim.
Five immediate response te…
Night football returns to PHC Field as BFA releases 2022-23 league schedule
The senior football league season will kick off with two matches on the night of September 30.
The first match, as part of the full league schedule released by the Bermuda Football Association today, …
The first match, as part of the full league schedule released by the Bermuda Football Association today, …
Narraway Wins Short Track Mountain Bike Race
Nic Narraway took the opportunity to represent his Fort Lewis College team at the Collegiate CU Mountain Bike Races. Unranked in mountain biking cross country, Narraway was granted a Collegiate License upgrade to race in Collegiate Men B Division. Narraway clocked a winning time of 20:26 while competing in the short track race, finishing 11 […]
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Tech Education Day To Be Held On October 31st
The Ministry of Economy and Labour, through the Economic Development Department [EDD], announced that the annual Tech Education Day will be held in person on October 31st. A Government spokesperson said, “Co-sponsored by Circle and Nimble, leaders in Bermuda’s Fintech industry, the event is held in partnership with the EDD and Bermuda Business Development Agency. […]
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1pm Live: Press Conference On Hurricane Fiona
The Government will be holding a press conference this afternoon [Sept 22] to provide an update on Hurricane Fiona following this morning’s meeting of the Emergency Measures Organisation. We are posting this article to make sure everyone can easily see the press conference, however the better way to follow the latest news overall is via […]
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Live: national security minister to give update on Hurricane Fiona at 1pm
Michael Weeks, the national security minister, is to give an update at 1pm on Hurricane Fiona.
It follows a meeting of the Emergency Measures Committee this morning.
We will have live coverage and ful…
It follows a meeting of the Emergency Measures Committee this morning.
We will have live coverage and ful…
Police seize suspected cocaine, heroin and fentanyl in raid
Police have seized suspected cocaine, heroin and fentanyl in a raid on Tuesday, a spokesman said today.
A male suspect was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug with Intent to …
A male suspect was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug with Intent to …
Judge throws out drug charges, saying police erred in investigation
A judge threw out a drug case against two defendants, saying that errors in a police investigation led to a series of problems.
Acting Puisne Judge Mark Pettingill said that several actions during the…
Acting Puisne Judge Mark Pettingill said that several actions during the…
Credit rating upgrade for Ardellis Insurance
AM Best has upgraded the credit ratings of Ardellis Insurance Ltd, the Bermudian-based Class 3A insurer.
The agency has upgraded the company’s financial strength rating to A (Excellent) from A- (Excel…
The agency has upgraded the company’s financial strength rating to A (Excellent) from A- (Excel…
Renée Ming to challenge for PLP deputy leader post
Renée Ming, the former national security minister, is to challenge for the deputy leadership of the Progressive Labour Party, The Royal Gazette understands.
The move would pitch her against PLP vetera…
The move would pitch her against PLP vetera…
Send us your Fiona photos and videos!
We want to publish your photos of Hurricane Fiona in print and online.
We would also like to share video of the storm and its aftermath with our online and social media users.
Please send pictures o…
We would also like to share video of the storm and its aftermath with our online and social media users.
Please send pictures o…
BFRS Extinguish Fire On Boat In Dockyard
On Thursday [Sept 15] there was a fire onboard a 28-foot unmanned Chriscraft powerboat in Dockyard. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 15th September, 10:30pm. Astute neighbours at Pier 41 Marina in Dockyard, spotted a fire onboard a nearby 28-foot unmanned Chriscraft powerboat. Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre confirmed that BFS Fire Service units […]
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NHC Monitoring 5 Systems In Atlantic Ocean
While Bermudians are keeping a close eye on Hurricane Fiona – which is expected to impact us starting later today [Sept 22] – officials at the National Hurricane Center are monitoring five different disturbances in the Atlantic Ocean. NOAA tweeted the animation below and said, “Tropical activity has really picked up in the Atlantic this […]
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Kempe & Penruddocke Continue ILCA Qualifier 5
ILCA sailors including Sebastian Kempe and Adriana Penruddocke were back on the water at Hayling Island in the UK. In the ILCA 6 Fleet, Penruddocke competed in two races. She finished the first race of the day and the third of the series in 21st place. She then finished fourth, coming off the water with […]
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Album Featuring Collie Buddz #1 On Charts
Reggae band Stick Figure has unseated Bob Marley and the Wailers’ “Legend” from the top spot on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, with the American group’s album featuring Bermudian artist Collie Buddz. The New York Carib News website said, “American reggae band Stick Figure unseats Bob Marley and the Wailers’ ‘Legend’ from the top spot […]
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Driver told police he was blinded by sun when he hit pedestrian
A motorist told police he was blinded by the sun when he struck a nurse with his car, Supreme Court heard yesterday.
Pc Christopher Douglas told the court that he spoke with Norrell Hull Jr, 48, who c…
Pc Christopher Douglas told the court that he spoke with Norrell Hull Jr, 48, who c…
Insurer’s modified Dutch auction tender offer proceeds
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd, the Bermudian-domiciled financial services holding company, has announced the preliminary results of its “modified Dutch auction” tender offer to purchase up to $5…
Excellent credit rating affirmed for Essent Group
AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit ratings of “a” (Excellent) of the operating subsidiaries of Essent Group Ltd, the mortgage re/insure…
White Mountains invests in Pie insurtech
Bermudian-domiciled White Mountains Insurance Group has contributed a slice of a $315 million Series D round of funding raised by Pie Insurance, the insurtech company specialising in workers’ comp ins…
Natasha Scotland Courcy elected to chair Biltir
Natasha Scotland Courcy has been elected as chairwoman of the Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers at the organisation’s annual general meeting.
Ms Scotland Courcy, who is senior vi…
Ms Scotland Courcy, who is senior vi…
Gender affairs council tasked with raising men’s incomes
People interested in promoting gender equality in Bermuda can apply to be on the new gender affairs council.
Tinee Furbert, the Minister of social development and seniors, said members of the counci…
Tinee Furbert, the Minister of social development and seniors, said members of the counci…