Hurricane Headlines
ICB report: $1.8 billion in Dorian claims paid so far
March 08, 2021
Insurers have paid $1.8 billion in claims from reported losses following Hurricane Dorian, according to the Insurance Commission of The Bahamas’ (ICB) Annual Plan for 2021. By September 2020, the number of claims had grown to 14,157 with losses at $2.1 billion.
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A Severe Thunderstorm Warning In Effect For Eleuthera, and Cat Island
March 07, 2021
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR ELEUTHERA, NORTH CAT ISLAND, AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS
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A Severe Thunderstorm Warning In Effect For Andros, Eleuthera and Exuma
March 07, 2021
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR ANDROS, ELEUTHERA, CAT ISLAND, NORTHERN EXUMA CAYS AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.
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A Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect For Andros, New Providence and Eleuthera
March 07, 2021
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR ANDROS, NEW PROVIDENCE, NORTH AND CENTRAL ELEUTHERA AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR NORTHERN EXUMA CAYS, CAT ISLAND AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.
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A Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect For Berry Islands and Andros
March 07, 2021
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR THE BERRY ISLANDS, NORTH AND CENTRAL ANDROS AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR THE ABACOS, NEW PROVIDENCE, NORTH AND CENTRAL ELEUTHERA AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.
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More Hurricane News
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th.
December 03, 2020
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th.
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The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th.
December 02, 2020
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th.
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
December 01, 2020
000
ABNT20 KNHC 011454
TWOAT
Special Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
955 AM EST Tue Dec 1 2020
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A gale-force, non-tropical low pressure system is centered between
the Madeira Islands and the Azores. This system has become less
organized during the past 24 hours, and environmental conditions are
expected to become less conducive for development as the system
moves southwestward during the next day or two. Although
subtropical development is now unlikely, this system will continue
to produce strong winds and locally heavy rains in the Madeira
Islands and the Azores through Wednesday. Additional information on
this system can be found in High Seas Forecasts issued by Meteo
France.
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WEATHER FORECAST December 1st to 6thDecember, 2020
December 01, 2020
A Cold Front presently across the extreme Northwest Bahamas will continue to quickly push southeastwards through the archipelago Tuesday and stall and weaken across the SE Bahamas by Wednesday. Expect showers and possible thunderstorm activity with the passage of the front. A strong Ridge of High Pressure will then build across the islands behind the front generating breezy to windy conditions and ushering a cooler and drier airmass through Thursday. A slight warm up is expected into the weekend before a second Front moves into the islands on Sunday with another breezy period and cool down expected.
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There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
December 01, 2020
No tropical cyclones as of Mon, 30 Nov 2020 23:16:46 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
December 01, 2020
000
ABNT20 KNHC 302316
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
700 PM EST Mon Nov 30 2020
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A gale-force, non-tropical low pressure system centered a couple of
hundred miles north-northwest of the Madeira Islands continues to
produce a broad area of showers and thunderstorms well to the east
of the center. This low has changed little in organization over the
last 24 hours, and environmental conditions are expected to be only
marginally conducive for it to acquire subtropical characteristics
over the next day or so as it drifts southwestward. Afterwards,
conditions are forecast to become unfavorable for further
development. Regardless of subtropical development, this system will
contin...
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There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
November 30, 2020
No tropical cyclones as of Mon, 30 Nov 2020 17:48:37 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
November 30, 2020
000
ABNT20 KNHC 301741
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
100 PM EST Mon Nov 30 2020
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A large non-tropical low pressure system centered north of the
Madeira Islands is producing gale-force winds in addition to a broad
region of showers and thunderstorms. This low has changed little in
organization over the last 24 hours, but it could still acquire
subtropical characteristics as it drifts slowly southwestward over
the next day or two. Afterwards, environmental conditions are
forecast to become unfavorable for further development. Regardless
of subtropical development, this system will continue to produce
strong winds and locally heavy rains in the Madeira Islands through
Tuesday....
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There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
November 30, 2020
No tropical cyclones as of Mon, 30 Nov 2020 11:27:29 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
November 30, 2020
250
ABNT20 KNHC 301126
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
700 AM EST Mon Nov 30 2020
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A large non-tropical low pressure system centered just north of the
Madeira Islands is continuing to produce disorganized showers and
thunderstorms. This low is expected to meander over the next day
or so and could acquire subtropical characteristics during that
time. Afterwards, environmental conditions are forecast to become
unfavorable for further development. Regardless of subtropical
formation, this system will continue to produce strong winds and
locally heavy rains in the Madeira Islands through Tuesday.
Additional information on this system can be found in High Seas
Forecasts issued by ...
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Tips on preparing your home for a storm
- Clear away any debris in your yard and bring any loose items such as patio furniture inside or anchor them securely
- Trim trees
- Repair any leaks or damaged areas of your roof
- Clean your gutters and clear any drains
- Prepare shutters or plywood to cover all windows
- Prepare sandbags for use at entryways to help keep out potential floodwater
- Clean out your freezer and refrigerator removing all perishable items. Turn the refrigerator on MAXIMUM COLD and open as little as possible
- Close and secure all propane tanks
- Fill your tub and other bottles with tap water for bathing and general use
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Hurricane Shelters
The Saffir-Simpson Scale
The Saffir-Simpson Scale is the scale used to measure the intensity of hurricanes. It has 5 categories with a category 5 being the strongest and most destructive marked by sustained winds exceeding 157mph.
Category 1 - Sustained winds 74-95mph
Very dangerous winds will produce some damage: Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to roof, shingles, vinyl siding and gutters. Large branches of trees will snap and shallowly rooted trees may be toppled. Extensive damage to power lines and poles likely will result in power outages that could last a few to several days.
Category 2 - Sustained winds 96-110mph
Extremely dangerous winds will cause extensive damage: Well-constructed frame homes could sustain major roof and siding damage. Many shallowly rooted trees will be snapped or uprooted and block numerous roads. Near-total power loss is expected with outages that could last from several days to weeks.
Category 3 - Sustained winds 111-129mph
Devastating damage will occur: Well-built framed homes may incur major damage or removal of roof decking and gable ends. Many trees will be snapped or uprooted, blocking numerous roads. Electricity and water will be unavailable for several days to weeks after the storm passes.
Category 4 - Sustained winds 130-156mph
Catastrophic damage will occur: Well-built framed homes can sustain severe damage with loss of most of the roof structure and/or some exterior walls. Most trees will be snapped or uprooted and power poles downed. Fallen trees and power poles will isolate residential areas. Power outages will last weeks to possibly months. Most of the area will be uninhabitable for weeks or months.
Category 5 - Sustained winds 157mph+
Catastrophic damage will occur: A high percentage of framed homes will be destroyed, with total roof failure and wall collapse. Fallen trees and power poles will isolate residential areas. Power outages will last for weeks to possibly months. Most of the area will be uninhabitable for weeks or months.
