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Hurricane from “Hell”; why Hurricane Dorian is not moving… yet
#Freeport, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas – September 3, 2019 – Hurricane Dorian is more than a monster; it is a hurricane from hell which is trapped over Grand Bahama as it continued to lash the island with violent winds and a killer storm surge.
Kenneth Lamb is a blogger and has written for the New York times, Miami Herald and St Petersburg Times, he spoke as a weather expert in a vernacular not uncommon to Bahamian people as he was interviewed on Nassau-based, Eyewitness News.
“Never before, has anybody on earth seen this occur in the Atlantic Ocean. What you (The Bahamas) is going through is straight from the gates of hell. There is no other way to explain it.”
Lamb, like other meteorologists reporting on the historic scenario playing out with Hurricane Dorian explained that the now Category 3 hurricane is caught between two forces.
“What has happened is, it is stuck between two competing forces trying to drive it. You have one on the east side of the storm which is a high-pressure system that before had actually been pushing it to the west; that collapsed because you can’t see it on the map, but there is a dip in the Jetstream – called a trough – that is coming down to Tennessee now and it is gonna be at Georgia shortly and it caused that high pressure system to move towards the east and it stopped steering the hurricane.”
For the past 33-hours Grand Bahama has been hammered by this ferocious storm, with its 23-foot surge forcing thousands to flee their homes and shelters as every quarter of the 96 by 17-mile island is inundated with water.
“…this is the worse I’ve ever seen this in my entire life. Grand Bahama is basically underwater,” said Tammi Mitchell, volunteer at the Emergency Operations Center in Freeport, Grand Bahama.
In his explanation on the series of weather events which have essentially trapped hurricane Dorian over the islands in the Northwest Bahamas, Kenneth Lamb said, “To the west of the hurricane, on the other side of Florida, you have what is becoming a tropical depression. It has about a 70 percent, 80 percent chance of being a tropical depression within the next 48 hours. And it is also pushing from the southwest, keeping it there. As the hurricane sits there, it will continue to lose some speed because what happens is, it is the warm hot waters off of the gulf stream that have been feeding this hurricane to give it the pop the way it did.”
Hurricane Dorian, if some forecasts hold firm, will continue to sit over the island for 18-24 hours. The Bahamas Department of Meteorology has however informed that Hurricane Dorian moved slightly north of Grand Bahama and will begin moving away from The Bahamas later this morning.
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This is the sixth edition of the relays and the fourth time that The Bahamas has hosted the event, which actually made its debut in The Bahamas in 2014.
President, World Athletics, Sabastian Coe said after three very successful editions from 2014 to 2017, the World Athletics Relays has quickly become one of the World Athletics vibrant competitions, developing a culture of fun and innovation that gives it a unique flavour.
He thanked the Bahamas Government, the local World Athletics Relays Bahamas 24 committee and the Bahamian people for agreeing to host the relays. However, his main thanks were to the “world’s best sprinters” travelling from all the continents to compete in preparation for the road to Paris, France, in two months’ time.
During the opening ceremony, the athletes were given words of advice from Carl Lewis, one of only four Olympic athletes to have won nine Olympic gold medals, who is widely recognized as one of the greatest athletes of all time.
He said, “Keep it simple, do not try to do anything extra. Do what your coaches said. Leave on time, leave on time, leave on time.”
The athletes and crowds were treated to the sounds and sights of Junkanoo at the end of the opening ceremony. The Junkanoo performers stuck around for the two days of competitions, playing for the sprinters as they competed on the track.
Teams competed in the Women’s and men’s 4x100m, and the women’s men’s and mixed 4x400m. A total of 14 teams at the World Athletics Relays Bahamas 24 automatically qualified for places at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Both days of competition were important, as day two offered another chance for qualifications for those teams unsuccessful on day one.
Bahamians were made proud as the country set a new national record during the mixed 4x400m relays thanks to the efforts of 16-year-old Shania Adderley, a student of Tabernacle Baptist Academy.
The team came first in their heat on Sunday evening after not being able to gain a spot for the Paris Olympics on the first day of competition.
Other sprinters on the team included Alonzo Russell, as well as Olympic champions Steven Gardiner and Shaunae Miller-Uibo.
NASSAU, The Bahamas – During his remarks at the Opening Ceremony for the World Athletics Relays 2024, on May 4, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis welcomed the special guests, athletes, officials, and “all lovers of athletics from around the world” to the Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium here in the “vibrant heart” of Nassau, Bahamas.
“This weekend, the world’s finest athletes gather on our shores to embark on a journey that is not only about speed and strength but also about dreams and determination,” Prime Minister Davis said. “From the serene beauty of our islands to the historic grandeur of Paris, this event marks a crucial path to the Olympic Games in Paris 2024.”
He added: “Here in The Bahamas, we are no strangers to world-class athletics or the warmth and exuberance that such international gatherings bring. It is a distinct honor to once again welcome the World Athletics Relays back to our islands. This event holds a special place in our hearts, symbolizing a bridge between nations brought together by the universal language of sport.”
Prime Minister Davis noted that that year’s theme, “Paradise to Paris,” captured the essence of that journey.
“It is here, amidst the splendor of our sun-kissed beaches and the rhythmic sway of our palms that the chase towards Olympic glory begins anew,” he stated. “We are thrilled to offer a backdrop of unparalleled beauty, where every sprint, every baton pass, and every victory lap is set against the picture-perfect canvas of our islands.”
He added: “To our athletes, I say this: as you stand on the precipice of your dreams, ready to catapult yourself into the annals of history, know that you are part of a legacy of excellence and determination. This weekend, you are not only competitors but also ambassadors of your countries and the spirit of sport. We are especially proud of Team Bahamas, who carry the weight of their performance and the hopes and pride of our nation. You embody the spirit of The Bahamian people, and we are behind you every step of the way.”
Prime Minister said that to the international visitors, he extended “the warmest Bahamian welcome”.
“Over the next few days, as you revel in the thrill of competition, take a moment to bask in the beauty of our island,” he stated. “Discover why we proudly say, “It’s Better in The Bahamas.” Whether it’s the hospitality of our people, the tranquility of our waters, or the rhythm of our culture, you are in for an experience that captures the heart and rejuvenates the soul.”
“Let us celebrate the unity and friendship that sports foster, cheering every athlete and savoring the spectacle of human potential at its best,” Prime Minister Davis added. “I hope the races are swift, the results are inspiring, and the memories are lasting.
“Welcome to The Bahamas, the paradise where champions chase their dreams to Paris. As your host, it is my immense pleasure to declare the World Athletics Relays Bahamas 2024 officially open. Let the games begin.”
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