U.S Coast Guard Continues Response Efforts in Bahamas Due to Hurricane Dorian
MIAMI — Coast Guard Hurricane Dorian response operations continue in support of the Bahamas.
As of Sunday at 9 a.m.:
- Coast Guard crews have rescued 308 people in the Bahamas since the Hurricane Dorian response began.
- The Coast Guard is conducting air operations based out of Andros Island, Bahamas. Five MH-60 Jayhawk helicopters are conducting search and rescue missions, area assessments and providing logistical support.
- All ports have reopened.
- Five Coast Guard cutters are providing hurricane response support in the Bahamas.
The Coast Guard is supporting the Bahamas National Emergency Management Agency and the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, who are leading search and rescue efforts. If you are in a life-threatening situation and need assistance, call 911 or 919 in the Bahamas, or call the Bahamas National Emergency Management Agency at 242-323-1395.
SOURCE: U.S. Coast Guard / CIDI.org