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Hurricane Leslie has been downgraded to a tropical storm and is forecast to move further away from the Island.
The storm is currently stationary and is forecast to be at its closest point to Bermuda at 4pm on Sunday when it will be 174 miles east of ...
DATE: Sep 07, 2012
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Bermuda may be spared the brunt of Hurricane Leslie, thanks to an anticipated change in atmospheric conditions.
The large, sluggish storm has so far proven difficult to predict, according to Jeff Torgerson of the Bermuda Weather Service.
“Luckily for...
DATE: Sep 07, 2012
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The large surf on the South Shore associated with approaching Hurricane Leslie has created irresistible conditions for local surfers.
Among the adrenalin junkies taking advantage of the natural phenomena is Olympic sailor Zander Kirkland.
Mr Kirkland...
DATE: Sep 07, 2012
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Colin Thompson
The Royal Gazette this week spoke with tourists to find out how they planned to cope with the stormy weather Hurricane Leslie is expected to bring. Most had given up on their holiday plans and were concerned about getting off the Island should the ne...
DATE: Sep 07, 2012
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A fun-packed Harbour Nights, September 5, 2012. Photos by Akil Simmons
DATE: Sep 06, 2012
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Big Brothers Big Sisters hope to raise at least $10,000 with their latest fundraiser — the most offbeat and creative yet.
Harbour Nights audiences were treated to Economy Minister Patrice Minors skipping in a tutu, One Bermuda Alliance candidate Jeff...
DATE: Sep 06, 2012
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Many of the Island’s students return to school this week. We’d like to record the first day with a slide show of back-to-school pictures on our website, www.royalgazette.com.
Send us a picture, moms and dads. Whether it’s their first day or final yea...
DATE: Sep 06, 2012
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Bermuda’s schools will not reopen on Friday for students, but the Ministry of Education is asking teachers and principals to turn up for work to prepare for Hurricane Leslie.
A decision is to be made on reopening the schools following the storm’s pas...
DATE: Sep 06, 2012
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With hurricane or tropical storm winds expected, residents are urged to take precautions by removing anything outside their homes that could become a missile in a storm.
Stocking up on fuel and cash as well as basic supplies is also recommended.
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DATE: Sep 06, 2012
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Jonathan Bell
Hurricanes and tropical storms have played a major part in the history of Bermuda, from the shipwreck of the Sea Venture to the devastating impact of Hurricane Fabian.
Havana-Bermuda Hurricane: October 1926
The most devastating storm ever recorded o...
DATE: Sep 06, 2012
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AUTHOR:
Owain Johnston-Barnes
