Causeway Bridge Remains Closed
Thu, 2010-02-11
From the Government Department of Communication & Information (DCI) - The Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) is advising the public that based on the latest weather update from the Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) the Causeway Bridge will remain closed until 8.00 p.m.
This is due to the fact that winds in the area continue to be extremely high. There have been sustained wind speeds of 45-55 knots and it is expected that there will be hurricane force gusts over the next several hours.
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Thu, 2010-02-11
Burglary - Around 1:05am today, Police received a report of a burglary at Smatt’s Livery Cycle Ltd. in Southampton (Fairmont Southampton Resort). It appears that sometime Wednesday evening an unknown culprit gained entry into the premises. The culprit stole a quantity of cash. Inquiries into this incident are underway.
Around 12:30pm on Wednesday, Police received a report of a burglary at an Anchorage Lane, St. George’s residence. The complainant stated that sometime between 7:40am and 8:10am that day, an unknown culprit gained entry into his home. The culprit stole a black HP laptop computer. Inquiries into this incident are underway.
UPDATE: Severe Weather
Thu, 2010-02-11
From the Government Department of Communication & Information (DCI) - Causeway will remain closed until 4.00 p.m. - The Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) moved to update the public on the latest weather related developments.
According to the Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) the Island remains under a Storm Warning, which will remain in effect until late this afternoon.
As a result, the Island will continue to experience severe and unsettled weather conditions resulting in sustained 45-55 knots winds with gusts of around 70 knots.
Update: Public Transportation
Thu, 2010-02-11
From the Government Department of Communication & Information (DCI) - Ferry Service Suspended, Bus Service running normally - The Department of Marine and Ports has advised that due to the severe weather conditions, ferry service has been suspended until further notice. However, the Department of Public Transportation has advised that all bus service has resumed its normal schedule.
THURSDAY MORNING UPDATE: Severe Weather
Thu, 2010-02-11
From the Government Department of Communication & Information (DCI) - Causeway remains closed - This morning, the Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) reminded that the Island continues to experience severe and unsettled weather conditions.
This has resulted in the Island being buffeted over night by hurricane force winds greater than 50 knots.
In the in the interest of public safety, a decision was made late yesterday by the Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) to close the bridge.
UPDATE: Severe Weather
Wed, 2010-02-10
From the Government Department of Communication & Information (DCI) - Causeway to close - The Bermuda Weather Service advises (BWS) that the Island continues to experience severe and unsettled weather conditions, which will remain in effect over the course of this evening and Thursday.
February 10 - Daily Report
Wed, 2010-02-10
Burglary - Around 7:30am today, Police received a report of a burglary at Port Royal Primary School. The complainant stated that sometime between 4pm on Tuesday and 7:20am on Wednesday, an unknown culprit gained entry into the premises. The culprit stole a black Dell desktop computer. Inquiries into this incident are underway.
Severe Weather Advisory
Tue, 2010-02-09
From the Government Department of Communication & Information (DCI) - Public urged to be cautious - The Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) is advising that the Island will experience severe and unsettled weather conditions over the course of tomorrow (Wednesday) and Thursday.
Late this afternoon, the Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) met to discuss public safety precautions. Residents are advised that starting late Wednesday morning, wind and rain will steadily increase throughout the day and into the evening.
February 9 - Weekly Review
Tue, 2010-02-09
The Bermuda Police Service continues to advise the motoring public to slow down and to drive as well as ride responsibly on the island’s roads. Additionally, we urge those traveling in cars to use their seatbelts at all times and make sure any children traveling in the vehicle are appropriately restrained. Those traveling on motorcycles should always fasten their helmets and avoid making a third lane.
During the week of Monday, February 1st – Monday, February 8th 2010 there were:
February 8 - Daily Report
Mon, 2010-02-08
Missing Juvenile, Troylene Anderson - The Bermuda Police Service continues to appeal for the public’s assistance in
locating 17 year old Troylene Anderson. The teenager was last seen on Tuesday, January 26th 2010. She is described as 5’5” tall weighing approximately 186 pounds with short curly reddish brown hair and is known to frequent the St. Monica’s Road, Pembroke area. Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of 17 year old Troylene Anderson is encouraged to contact the Vulnerable Persons Unit on 295-0011.
