Bahamas News
New Tropical wave threatens relief efforts in Grand Bahama and Abaco
#Freeport, GB, September 13, 2019 – Bahamas – Even as residents of both Grand Bahama and Abaco struggle to clean up following the passage of Hurricane Dorian, which left behind devastating effects, the threat of a tropical wave over these islands have only added to the anxiety GB and Abaco residents have been feeling.
Tropical Cyclone Nine is expected to develop into the next Tropical storm, as it moves through parts of The Bahamas this weekend. According to local and international weather reports, the Wave has a 70 percent chance of further development. Once it develops, it will be named Huberto.
“I know this is not something people in Abaco and Grand Bahama would like to hear at this time, but it’s out there and the storm will bring heavy downpours over the Bahama Islands,” said Shavon Bonimy, Senior Meteorologist in Grand Bahama. So we have to be prepared. If you’re in a low lying area that is prone to flooding, then I suggest that you move to a place that would be less likely to flood as a result of heavy rain. On its projected track, this system is expected to take a similar track as Dorian.
“The system is expected to bring rainfall anywhere from one to three inches, with the maximum of five inches. Most of that rain will be concentrated over the Abacos and the eastern part of Grand Bahama Island.”
Additionally, Bonimy said that they are anticipating gusty winds, near gale force and in some instance – particularly over East Grand Bahama and Abaco – tropical storm winds, but on a lower scale. However, we know that these storms can surprise us. So we must be in a constant state of readiness.”
With a new threat of another storm passing through Grand Bahama, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has announced that they will be reopening shelters on the island for those residents whose residences may have been compromised following the passing of Hurricane Dorian.
It should be noted that at least three of the original shelters that were used for Hurricane Dorian had remained opened up to date. The shelters that will be reopened include Calvary Temple Church, St. George’s High School, the Central Church of God, Ascension, the Grand Lucayan Ballroom and Bethel Deliverance Church.
“The same rules will apply when it comes to the shelters,” said Paula Marshall of Social Services. “We want to appeal to the persons in Grand Bahama to please secure your documents by ensuring that they are in a plastic sealed container. Bring whatever you need to the shelters.”
Minister of State for Grand Bahama, Senator Kwasi Thompson is once again advising members of the Grand Bahamian community not to take the storm likely. He noted that although when it is scheduled to pass over Grand Bahama, it would be just a Tropical Storm, the Minister warned residents not to let their guards down.
“As we saw with Dorian, these storms can change in an instant, so please do not take this lightly,” said Minister Thompson. “We know that this system is going to bring us a lot of rain and we know that when Hurricane Dorian left us, there were a number of homes left in disrepair.
“I wish to say that today NEMA gave out a number of tarps throughout the communities to assist residents in preparing their roofs. Please do your best to secure your roofs to prevent any further flooding or water damage.”
Minister Thompson strongly advised those residents in East Grand Bahama not to ride out the Tropical storm in their community, but rather to seek lodging in one of the shelters in Freeport.
The threat of a Depression and possible Tropical storm will no doubt hamper recovery efforts in Grand Bahama, which has been growing steadily over the past week. Since Category 5 Hurricane Dorian blew through Abaco and Grand Bahama on September 2, 2019 it left behind almost total devastation.
By Andrew Coakley
Release: BIS
Photo Caption: Minister of State for Grand Bahama Kwasi Thompson addresses the media.
(BIS Photo/Andrew Coakley)
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products concluded their 10 weeklong Twist To Win campaign with four $5,000 Mall at Marathon shopping sprees.
The campaign which was available throughout the entire Bahamas allowed consumers to enter by purchasing a 20oz bottle with a yellow cap
from the following brands: Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola No Sugar, Sprite, Fanta Orange, or Fanta Grape. Each yellow-cap had a unique alpha numeric code underneath which they submitted to the Twist To Win WhatsApp number.
With each qualifying purchase, participants residing in The Bahamas were entered to win instant prizes and into a grand prize draw to win one of four $5,000 shopping sprees at the Mall at Marathon.
Participants also enjoyed exciting instant prizes such as: Airpods, JBL Speakers, premium Coca-Cola merchandise, $500 Visa gift cards and Amazon, Spotify and Apple Music digital gift cards.
Out of 76,000 plus submissions, Brian Bethel, Ashia Demeritte, Merlin Adams, and Taraceta Neely won the coveted Mall at Marathon shopping sprees at the following select stores, Kelly’s House & Home, The Sports Center, John Bull, Brass & Leather, and BTC.
Leading up to the grand finale shopping spree, Coca-Cola hosted a Trivia Showdown with the eight finalists to determine the four winners. Finalists were tested on their knowledge of World History, Pop Culture, Caribbean Bottling Company and Coca-Cola Facts!
After a few rousing rounds of trivia, the four winners were declared after each winning their spot in the shopping spree by answering their questions correctly and choosing the “Grand Prize” Coca-Cola labeled bottles at random.
The morning of the shopping spree Coca-Cola gave the winners exclusive access to the Mall at Marathon and its participating stores before
their usual operating hours. Grand prize winners were greeted with wide smiles from Coca-Cola brand representatives and morning bites before the big event.
At the start of the thirty-minute clock the grand prize winners along with each of their Coca-Cola shopping assistants ran to the various stores collecting items in their arms and carts.
Merlin Adams, a husband and father of four was proud to have executed his game-plan at the end of the shopping spree. With toys, a new phone and materials for his home from Kelly’s, Adams felt accomplished in what he gathered.
Taraceta Neely, a winner from Eleuthera collected beautiful bags for herself and relatives from Brass and Leather and Brian Bethel bought matching athletic and outdoor wear from The Sports Center for his family.
The final winner Ashia Demeritte bought linens and household items in addition to a new phone from BTC right in time for Christmas.
Caribbean Bottling Company is proud to share the real magic of Coca-Cola with the grand prize winners and the may instant prize winners across the Twist To Win campaign. For more updates on new products, promotions, and events follow www.cbcbahamas.com.
Bahamas News
The Coca-Cola Art Project Astonishes Art Lovers at The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products displayed
their astonishing Coca-Cola Art Project (CCAP), during Baha Mar’s five-day Culinary & Arts Festival. Earlier this year, Coca-Cola partnered with The University of The Bahamas’ Visual Art and Design Department for a culturally rich art competition. UB’s art students were challenged to create pieces surrounding the theme, Bahamian music.
As a result, 20 student works of art were made, with four students declared as winners at the CCAP exhibit opening in Baha Mar’s ECCHO: Art Gallery in August. To recreate the culturally stimulating magic felt at the exhibit’s premiere, the CCAP was featured at the FUZE Art Tent during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.
Nine incredible pieces of art lined the walls of the Coca-Cola Art Project, four of which included the winning pieces from Jhanaisia Cole,
with ‘Gaulin Bride’; Alyssa Pinder, with ‘Shotgun Wedding’; Nelson Gray, with ‘Untitled’; and Jaela Bowe, with the piece ‘Whims of Obeah, a Folktail’. Additionally, an intimate listening room was built. It displayed students’ artistic processes, UB Visual Art and Design representatives, and a recap of the exhibit opening for audiences.
Art enthusiasts also enjoyed premium limited-edition CCAP keepsakes at the booth. Journals which featured a collage of all 20 student submissions on the front and back cover, postcards with an art piece on the cover along with the student’s name, title, dimension and materials on the back and pens designed with the CCAP’s dynamic logo.
Throughout the art festival diverse groups of people visited the art tent taking in the displays while enjoying the artistic insights from the
listening booth.
Community and culture are always at the forefront of Caribbean Bottling Community, and it was boldly showcased during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival for the third consecutive year.
For more details on the Coca-Cola Art Project, events and new products visit www.cbcbahamas.com today!
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Wines & Spirits (CWS), The Bahamas’ premier wines and spirits distributor delighted Jollification
attendees with bubbles from their Bottega and Bouvet Ladubay sparkling wines and Besserat de Bellefon champagne lines.
Located in the Monument Circle on The Retreat grounds, CWS transformed The Retreat Garden into a lush lounge with Besserat, Bouvet and their latest product addition, Bottega, during the two-day affair.
The festivities kicked off Friday during BNT Member’s Night. Guests enjoyed exclusive offerings from CWS’s catalogue, offered exclusively to members. Complimentary mixes or glasses on the rocks included El Tequileno tequila, Hard Truth whiskey, House of Angostura rum, Cross Keys gin, Nemiroff vodka and a slew of wines such as Fonesca Bin, Bottega and Besserat.
Guests also savored the ‘Jolly Paloma’ cocktail, an instant favorite made with El Tequileno tequila, Schweppes Grapefruit and Domaine de Paris rose wine. To end the night, guests were treated to branded limited-edition wine tumblers as keepsakes.
On Saturday and Sunday, Jollification attendees delighted in glasses or bottles of champagne and sparkling brut or rosé wines while taking
in the comfort of the chic lounge. In addition to purchasing bottles for onsite consumption, consumers were also able to purchase bottles as gifts whether for themselves or someone special.
The sophisticated “bubble lounge” lounge was decked with velvet couches, gold rimmed cocktail tables, blue and pink pillows, and a white floral branded backdrop created for capturing the perfect picture.
Caribbean Wines & Spirits, a historic partner of the Bahamas National Trust was pleased to support Jollification 2025 to kick off the festive season and share their expansive range of spirits.
To keep up to date with all CWS products and events, visit their website at www.cwsbahamas.com today.
