by Tim SMITH There’s no place like home—unless, of course, your home has no electricity, the roof has come off or the garden has been turned upside down by a hurricane. In times like those,…
by Erin SILVER It’s hard to choose the perfect name for a child, but when it comes to hurricanes, it’s all planned out long in advance by the World Meteorological Organization. Since these storms occur…
by Nadia LAWS Taking a “staycation” in Bermuda may be just what the doctor ordered, suggest locals Kristin White and Carrie DeSilva. Both women have opted for local holidays over international vacations over the past…
by Tim SMITH The homeless population is more vulnerable than anyone else when a hurricane approaches and an all-hands-on-deck approach is required to ensure their safety. About 50 people are estimated to sleep rough in…
by Krystal MCKENZIE Generally speaking, Bermudians know how to keep themselves safe during a hurricane. Tracking the storm well in advance and making preparations are key to safety. But sometimes, it’s hard to know whether…
by Melissa FOX First responders are everyday superheroes, but supporting the public can be as mentally exhausting as physically. This is more so when called upon during a natural disaster. While trauma is an inevitable…
by Erin SILVER Bermuda is a friendly place, so it’s only natural you’ll want to help your community before and after a hurricane. “We do five days of hurricane preparedness at the beginning of June,”…