Government’s Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) met late this afternoon to get the latest updates on post Hurricane Gonzalo restoration and clean-up efforts.

As of 6.00pm, the public is advised that:

• The L.F. Wade International Airport: The facility continues to be assessed. There was additional roof damage experienced at the airport. However it is anticipated that the airport will be open for business late tomorrow (Sunday) afternoon. The airport’s opening will be confirmed with the public tomorrow.

• Causeway: The Causeway reopened earlier today. Commuters travelling to and from the East End are encouraged to exercise patience as the Causeway is open to one lane traffic in a partial area of the bridge. The full reopening of two lane traffic will be advised once repairs have been completed to the damaged portions of the bridge.

• Government buildings: All Government offices, building and public schools continue to be assessed. An announcement regarding their opening will be made tomorrow.

• Public Transportation: The ferry service will be operational tomorrow. However, bus service will remain suspended until a full assessment of the Island’s roads has been complete. The public will be updated regarding the resumption of the bus service.

• Bermuda Regiment: The Bermuda Regiment remains under partial embodiment. Regiment soldiers will continue the task of assisting with clean-up and repair efforts in various locations around the Island.

• HMS Argyll: The British Navy vessel arrived in Bermuda this afternoon and assisted with aerial reconnaissance missions across the Island. The Argyll remains ready to assist with general duties.

• Garbage drop off: The Tyne’s Bay residential waste drop off area will be open tomorrow from 7.00am to 7.00pm Marsh Folly Dump will be open from 8.00am to 6.30pm tomorrow.

• Tarpaulin: Recognising that that there was considerable residential roof and structural damage, Government will be providing tarpaulin to those affected. The collection area is Warwick Camp from 8.00am to 8.00pm.

• As an added note, the Emergency Broadcast Station located at 100.1 FM will be operational until 8.00 p.m. this evening and resume service at 8.00am through 8.00 p.m. tomorrow.

• The EMO will meet again tomorrow afternoon and provide a progress report following the meeting.