As Bermuda begins to react to the aftermath of Hurricane Igor, The Royal Gazette brings you coverage from our team of reporters around the Island.

A total of 67 people spent the hurricane at the CedarBridge gymnasium shelter.

According to co-ordinator Renee Brown, people were still walking into the venue at the height of the storm last night. Some, she said, are homeless, while others felt unsafe in their own homes.

She told The Royal Gazette this morning: "Everything's been great. We have not had any incidents. We had residents looking out for each other and I had a great team of staff."

United Bermuda Party leader Kim Swan said in a statement this morning: "My family and I give thanks to God that the main thrust of Hurricane Igor has passed our beloved Bermuda and that reports are that there was no loss of life or serious personal injuries.

"Notwithstanding, it is important that persons remain vigilant, continue to exercise extreme caution and heed the advise of the EMO and Public Safety Minister.

"We all recognise that as the hurricane passed us as a Category 1 - not with the previous Category 3 fury it was packing earlier last week - that it could have been a lot worse.

"It was heart warming to witness our people take this hurricane seriously as they made advance preparation to ensure their safety and that of their family and friends.

"As we anticipate the necessary clean-up, we look forward to witnessing the Bermuda spirit of cooperation and coming together that has long been our hallmark."

Police spokesman Dwayne Caines urged people to stay off the roads.

"We are asking for all non essential vehicles to stay off the roads at this point. This is necessary for the emergency services to carry out their jobs effectively. Again please stay off of the roads until the EMO advises it is safe to do so."

Finally, my colleagues and I within the United Bermuda Party are available to be of assistance - please contact your area representative or do not hesitate to contact me directly 333 8321 or 2