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Bahamas Launches Evacuation Flight for Citizens as Storm Melissa Intensifies — Friday, October 24th, 2025

Bahamas Launches Evacuation Flight for Citizens as Storm Melissa Intensifies — Friday, October 24th, 2025

Update: 2025-10-24
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OUR NEWS — Friday, October 24th, 2025 | The Bahamas leaps into action, sending an emergency flight to evacuate students from Jamaica as Tropical Storm Melissa intensifies and is projected to become a major catastrophic hurricane in the region. Political temperatures are rising in the Golden Isles constituency as candidates vie for the seat in the upcoming November 24th bi-election, but we examine the pressing community issues—from poor roads to safety—that must be addressed. Plus, after years of delays, the Abaco Hurricane Shelter and Community Center is officially handed over to residents, and find out why members of the "world famous Valley Boys" are celebrating a major Court of Appeals ruling in their ongoing name dispute. Tune in now for the full newscast and the latest updates on the Bahamas' tourism sector holding firm despite the US government shutdown.


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Bahamas Launches Evacuation Flight for Citizens as Storm Melissa Intensifies — Friday, October 24th, 2025

Bahamas Launches Evacuation Flight for Citizens as Storm Melissa Intensifies — Friday, October 24th, 2025

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