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Hurricane Nigel Advisory

Earlier today, the Ministry of National Security convened an Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) meeting to assess the current status of Hurricane Nigel.

Following the 12noon forecast from the Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) Hurricane…

Bermuda Successfully Weathers Hurricane Lee: A Resilient Community Response

Bermuda has emerged from the passage of Hurricane Lee overnight successfully thanks to our community's commitment to preparedness and safety.

The Ministry of National Security is pleased to report that the Island has weathered the storm…

Post Hurricane Lee - Services Update

Following assessments by the Ministry of Public Works and utilities crews, the Ministry of National Security is advising the public that the main roadways are clear for passage.

The public can move about the main thoroughfares, but are…

Morning Hurricane Lee Update - Assessment of Services

With the passage of Hurricane Lee, the Acting Minister of National Security, Lt. Col. David Burch and the Director of the Bermuda Weather Service, Michelle Pitcher provided the following morning update.

The Minister in particular…

Hurricane Lee Approaches Bermuda with High Winds and Seas

As of the Bermuda Weather Service's 12 p.m. update, a Tropical Storm warning remains in effect for our island. 

Hurricane Lee is currently a Category 1 storm located approximately 212 nautical miles southwest of Bermuda, moving north…

House Of Assembly will not Meet on Friday, September 15th

In light of Hurricane Lee, please be advised that there will be no meeting of the House of Assembly tomorrow Friday, September 15th.

The next meeting will be on September 22nd.

Bermuda Government Takes Bold Steps Towards a Cleaner and Greener Future in Transportation

"The Government of Bermuda recognises the urgent need to adapt and lead by example in the transition to cleaner and greener transportation solutions," said Minister of Public Works Lt. Col. the Hon. David A. Burch, OBE (Mil), ED, JP, MP.

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Government House Press Release

Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie, has formally appointed members of a Boundaries Commission as she is required to do before the end of 2024 by Section 53 of the Bermuda Constitution.  

The members are:

Guidance for parents and guardians for activities that students can engage in until they return to school

Parents of BPSS Preschoolers will be provided with “Beginning of the Year Curriculum” learning activities.  These activities align with this week’s preschool lessons, including discovery and exploration.

Understanding that Hurricanes…

Hurricane Lee Remarks: Lt. Col. David Burch

Good afternoon:

Thank you for joining me.

Joining me today from the Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation Team, Ms Russann Francis and on the phone from the Bermuda Weather Service, the Director Michelle Pitcher.

As you will…