Residents conduct clean-up operations following passage of Hurricane Earl [see photo gallery]
BVINews.com - Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 at 11:31 AM
Clean up operations underway
From as early as 5:00 a.m. residents of the Road Town areas stood surveying their streets and yards; and by 7:30 a.m. many had collaborated to remove many fallen trees and debris.
A walk through Road Town as of 8:00 a.m. revealed minor damage. Some surprises included a tent that sailed all the way to the top of large tree at Botanic Station, damaged signs, etc.
Passing the Botanic Gardens staff of the National Parks Trust were observed examining damage. Fallen branches covered parts of the medicinal garden and other areas but it was not clear whether the plants were terribly damaged.
In Road Town many walked along waterfront and observed the damaged roof of the ferry terminal. Others rushed to the local supermarkets that were opened to stock up, in the eventuality that Fiona comes.
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So grateful to hear BVI did ok. You all were and are in our prayers as you batten down for Fiona.
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