The Ministry of Public Works and Environment wishes to advise the public that search efforts remain active following the reported sighting of an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. Trained responders continue their search and remain ready to respond to any credible information received.
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that the appropriate antivenom for an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake has now arrived on island and is available at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. The Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP, Minister of Health stated, “As the search for the snake continues, it is important that we have antivenom on the island as part of our preparedness measures. Being bitten by a snake poses a significant health risk and ensuring that the appropriate clinical resources.
Today, on the matter of the release from incarceration of Kevin L Goater last week, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Sen. the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, JP, stated: “I understand the public concern that follows the release of any convicted sex offender, particularly where the offence involved a child. "These are serious matters, and the protection of children and the wider community remains central to the way these cases are managed. “However, a mandatory public notification in every...
The Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation advises the public to be aware of fraudulent WhatsApp and/or text messages falsely claiming to be from the Bermuda Post Office. The message says a parcel has arrived in Bermuda and tells recipients to pay customs duties by clicking a link. Like the sample attached, it may read: "BERMUDA POST OFFICE Parcel CP827632144BM has arrived in Bermuda. Delivery is not possible. Customs duties must be paid before 30/06/2026!” The message, the...
The Ministry of National Security, acting on advice from the National Cybersecurity Unit (NCU), is issuing this alert to all organisations and individuals in Bermuda that operate Fortinet firewall or VPN devices. A global credential compromise campaign, widely referred to as “FortiBleed”, is actively targeting these devices. Organisations that have not taken protective action are at risk of unauthorised access to their networks. The Acting Minister of National Security, the Hon. Jaché Adams,...
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that the investigation into the reported rattlesnake sighting in the Gibbs Hill Road area remains ongoing. Teams from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo continue coordinated monitoring and response efforts. As part of standard precautionary measures, authorities are actively sourcing appropriate antivenom and additional protective equipment to ensure responders are fully prepared...
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that it has received a credible report of a possible rattlesnake sighting in the area of Gibbs Hill Road, Southampton, on 26 June 2026. Officers from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo are actively investigating the report. At this time, there have been no injuries reported. Authorities are treating the matter with the utmost seriousness while efforts continue to locate and safely...
The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael Weeks, JP, MP, yesterday led a preliminary meeting of the Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) to review Bermuda’s state of readiness for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season. The virtual meeting formed part of the EMO’s early-season preparations and was held with no current storm threat to Bermuda. It brought together the EMO Executive to review agency readiness, public safety messaging, emergency communications, and the steps residents and...
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honourable House and the public with a timely reminder as Bermuda enters the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season. The season officially began on 1 June and will continue until 30 November. Mr. Speaker , I recognise that much of the advice shared at the start of every hurricane season may sound familiar. Residents have heard before that they should check their shutters, prepare supplies, review their family plans, and follow official updates. That is because..
The Ministry of Justice can confirm that a threatening telephone call was received earlier in the day on Thursday, 4 June at the Westgate Correctional Facility. The threat relates to the safety of staff at the facility. The matter is being treated with the utmost seriousness and was immediately reported to the Bermuda Police Service. A formal statement has also been provided to assist with the Police investigation. In response to the incident, appropriate precautionary measures have been put in.
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