Disaster preparedness minister acknowledges “it is a problem” Abaco Chamber of Commerce has expressed concerns amid active season NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The designated $1.8 million shelter on Abaco in the event of a major storm will not be completed until the end of the year, months after the ongoing Atlantic hurricane season, which has already seen […]
Parker-Edgecombe urges Bahamians and residents to take hurricane advisories seriously “Precautionary measures taken now could save life and property in the future” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of State for Disaster Preparedness, Management and Reconstruction Pakesia Parker-Edgecombe said yesterday it is “critical” that each Bahamian and resident take the necessary precautions and prepare now in the […]
Meteorologists predicting 17-18 named storms, eight hurricanes and three to four major hurricanes NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With hurricane season fast approaching, meteorologists are predicting another busy one this year. The season runs from June 1 to November 30, but some meteorologists have been lobbying for the season’s start date to be moved up to May […]
