Hurricane Gonzalo bears down on Bermuda

HAMILTON, Bermuda, Oct 17, CMC – Conditions on Bermuda were deteriorating on Friday as Hurricane Gonzalo, a category four storm, bears down on the British Overseas Territory with winds in excess of 130 miles per hour (mph).

Premier Michael Dunkley has asked residents to take every precaution to safeguard lives and properties.

We have weathered storms before, and we are well versed in how to manage our homes and our property. I urge people to err on the side of safety every time,” he added.