Bermuda: Widespread power outages following Hurricane Humberto Sep. 18 /update 3

Event

At least 27,000 homes and businesses were without power as of the evening (local time) of Wednesday, September 18, across Bermuda following the passage of Hurricane Humberto. Flights out of L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) were canceled on Wednesday night but are expected to resume on Thursday, September 19. Residual flight disruptions are possible over the coming days. The Tropical Storm Warning previously in effect from the Bermuda Weather Service has been discontinued as of 02:00 on September 19 and no more coastal watches or warnings are in effect. Officials have called up 120 members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment for recovery efforts if needed. No significant damages have been immediately reported.

As of 02:00 on September 19, Hurricane Humberto has passed Bermuda and is located at approximately 34.7°N 63.0°W (map here). The storm has maximum sustained winds of 200 kph (150 mph) and is moving northeast at 37 kph (23 mph).

Advice

Individuals in Bermuda are advised to monitor local weather reports, confirm flight reservations, adhere to instructions issued by local authorities, anticipate adverse weather and power and transportation disruptions, and remember that running water can be dangerous - 15 cm (6 in) is enough to knock over an adult - and never drive through flooded streets; floodwater may also contain wastewater and chemical products.