Iram Lewis - Central, the work will continue.

08/06/2026

06/06/2026

Today we mourn more fallen soldiers in Central Grand Bahama. We honor your memory and thank you for making your marks on our beloved community. Take your rest. It is well deserved. David 'Stretch' Morley, Annie 'Birdie' Fox, Cynthia Hylton and Former Island Administrator Charles King Sr.

05/06/2026

**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

**FROM THE DESK OF IRAM LEWIS**
**FREEPORT, THE BAHAMAS**
**JUNE 5, 2026**

# # # **Honoring Our Workers, Building Our Nation: A Message on Sir Randol Fawkes Labor Day**

Today, as we join hands and march together in the spirit of solidarity, I extend my warmest congratulations and profound gratitude to the extraordinary workforce of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas.
Labor Day is not just a holiday; it is a powerful reminder of the dignity of honest work and the collective strength of our people. As we walk today, we do so in the giant footsteps of **Sir Randol Fawkes**, the revered Father of Labor. It was his unwavering vision, courage, and dedication that paved the way for the rights, protections, and respect that our workers enjoy today.
To every chef, teacher, builder, healthcare worker, civil servant, entrepreneur, and laborer across our beautiful archipelago: **you are the backbone of our nation.**
> "Nation-building is not a task for the few, but a collective effort of the many. Every day, through your sweat, sacrifice, and dedication, you turn the wheels of our economy and shape the future of our communities."
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Your hard work ensures that The Bahamas remains a beacon of resilience and progress. Today, we don't just recognize your past achievements—we recommit ourselves to supporting you as we build a fairer, more prosperous nation for generations to come.
On behalf of my office and a grateful nation, I wish all Bahamian workers a safe, joyful, and powerful Labor Day march.
May God bless you all, and may He grant you Godspeed as you continue your vital work in moving our country forward.
**Forward, Upward, Onward Together.**

04/06/2026

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03/06/2026

🚨⛈️ **SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH & WARNING UPDATE** ⛈️🚨

The Bahamas Department of Meteorology has issued a **Severe Thunderstorm Watch & Warning Update** valid from **2:40 PM to 4:40 PM, Wednesday 3rd June 2026.**

📍 **SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING** in effect for:
• The Abacos (including Moore's Island)
• Andros
• North Eleuthera (Gregory Town to Spanish Wells)
• Bimini
• The Berry Islands
• New Providence
• Northern Exuma Cays (Ship Channel Cay to Norman's Cay)
Including all adjacent waters and cays.

⚠️ **SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH** remains in effect for the **Northern, Northwest and Central Bahamas until 10:00 PM tonight.**

🛰️ Radar, satellite imagery and lightning detection continue to show clusters and lines of moderate to heavy showers and thunderstorms moving eastward across the watch and warning areas.

🌧️ Potential impacts include:
💨 Strong gusty winds
⚡ Dangerous lightning
🌧️ Heavy rainfall and localized flooding
🧊 Possible hail
🌪️ Waterspouts and/or isolated tornadic activity

⛵ Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately.
🏠 Residents should remain indoors and away from windows during severe weather.
🌳 Do not shelter under trees or remain in water during thunderstorms.

Issued: 03/06/2026 @ 18:40 UTC
— Bahamas Department of Meteorology

03/06/2026

NIB Announces Biennial Adjustments, Effective July 1st

The National Insurance Board (NIB) announced adjustments to pensions, grants & insurable wage ceilings, which will take effect on July 1, 2026.

According to NIB Director, Tami Francis, pensions and grants will increase by 1.5%, and insurable wage ceilings will increase by $20 per week, resulting in a weekly increase from $810 to $830, and a monthly increase from $3,510 to $3,597.

03/06/2026

Disaster Risk Management Authority gives an Atlantic Hurricane Season 2026 update

NASSAU, The Bahamas -- As the Atlantic Hurricane Season 2026 opened, June 1, the Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Authority held a press conference at its National Operations Centre, Gladstone Road, addressed by Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis, Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister McKell Bonaby, and Managing Director of the Disaster Risk Management Authority Aarone Sargent.

The press conference addressed the continued risks and possibilities ahead, preparedness and initiatives in place to combat, maintain and survive inclement weather conditions.

Prime Minister Davis expressed gratitude for the meeting itself, noting that throughout the off-season he kept monthly meetings with The DRM team to ensure that “we are not waiting until a storm is on the horizon to prepare”.

Newly appointed Minister of State McKell Bonaby spoke to his appreciation for what the DRM has been actively doing, echoing the Prime Minister's mentions of the numerous meetings held towards preparing for this season and his own dedication towards continuing and strengthening efforts moving forward.

DRM Authority Managing Director Aarone Sargent spoke confidently and reassuringly that precautions, evacuation measures and safety are all always a significant part of the strategic planning for the hurricane season possibilities. He too expressed the value of the concurrent meetings of minds held throughout the off-season that played a major part in being able to address the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, prepared.

Weather is currently being tracked and watched; and the public is reminded to listen and follow guidelines and advisories given by the DRM Authority for their safety.

The Met Office forecasts a below-average Atlantic Hurricane season due to the effects of El Nino increasing upper-level wind shear which can disturb hurricane formation. Heat waves are also expected. Warm sea temperatures, nevertheless, propel hurricane formation, therefore communities are advised to remain vigilant.