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Following guidance from the Bahamas Department of Meteorology, the Disaster Risk Management Authority has given the ALL-CLEAR for Hurricane Melissa in the Central and Southeastern Bahamas. We thank our Family Island Administrators, local Disaster Committees, International and national partners for their service during this activation.
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2025 Hurricane Shelter Listing
Find official 2025 hurricane shelters across The Bahamas. This page lists approved locations, emergency contacts, and important shelter guidelines to help you and your family stay safe and informed before, during, and after a storm. Know where to go.
2025 Hurricane Message
Minister Leon Lundy Message
Minister Leon Lundy and the newly formed Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Authority urge all Bahamian citizens and residents not to be caught unprepared. Don’t Wait to prepare and protect your families, homes, businesses, and all you hold dear. Get Storm Ready!
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Learn how to prepare for the hurricane season with our comprehensive guides and resources.
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Click here to locate all shelters throughout the Bahamas before the storms strike—plan ahead for safety.
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Emergency Numbers
The hurricane season begins on June 1st and ends on November 30th of every year.
- Emergency 919 or 911
- DRM Authority Emergency Numbers Monday – Friday, 9AM – 5PM (24 hrs. when the DRM Authority Operations Centre is activated (242) 322-6731 (Family Island ONLY) (242) 322-6081 or (242) 322-6065
- Department of Social Services National Hotline (242) 322-2763 or 422-2763Disaster Management Unit:(242) 322-2763 or 422-2763