Here is the area between Lilly's Hotel and Amigos Del Mar Dive Shop on San Pedro, Ambergris Caye early this morning. Photo credit Amigos Del Mar Dive Shop.
MESSAGE FROM THE BELIZE CITY COUNCIL At 1230 we will start a massive clean up in d city we need volunteers n people to bring out whatever debris etc for us to move n clean up d city. We will start on Ceasar Ridge Road n make our way through other streets.
Belize Electricity Limited advises the public that the Company has commenced assessment of the power system countrywide, following the All Clear from NEMO.
Areas currently with power supply are: Corozal, Orange Walk and Toledo Districts. Our crews are inspecting areas without power in order to determine the damages sustained and the approach to restoration.
Areas with the most significant damages assessed so far are: Belize City, Ladyville and surrounding areas and San Pedro. Damages observed include fallen poles and wiring.
BEL will provide further updates as soon as possible.
Part of the Dive Bar pier, I think. So much debris has washed up from so many piers that are no longer there.
This is Belize: Seriously, Earl was barely a Class 1 hurricane?
This morning, first light, at The Cloisters, Ambergris Caye, Belize.
There is debris everywhere from docks that were wiped out, up the coast. Ours is gone too.
Looking south, The Palapa Bar is gone too.
Hardly any docks are standing, including the brand new one built just north of us at The Dive Bar. Some of the debris shattered doors on first floor units sending sand and water inside and driving the occupants to the second floor.
I can't imagine what the toll must be in downtown San Pedro or in the low-lying wooden-structure villages like San Mateo.
I hear Ramon's and Ecologic lost their docks as well.
Click here to read the rest of the article and see more photos in the Bound for Belize Blog
Hurricane Earl leaves a path of destruction on Ambergris Caye
Hurricane Earl has come and gone, and it has left a path of destruction along its path. In San Pedro Town on Ambergris Caye, several homes were severely damaged, while along the beach many businesses and docks were partially or completely destroyed.
According to local authorities on Ambergris Caye, the preliminary damaged assessment shows significant structural damage and beach erosion. In the meantime, the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) remains active as they complete their assessment, while residents who passed the storm at the respective shelters await to hear when they can return home. Furthermore the San Pedro Town Council has started cleaning up the island.
Power and water remain off. In a text message sent to customers at 8:22AM today, Belize Electricity Limited stated, "Belize Electricity Limited is assembling its team to prepare for assessments of the power system. Currently, only the Corozal and Orange Walk Districts have power supply. BEL will provide an update by 10am regarding its assessment plan." No word has been issued by Belize Water Service Ltd as of yet.
During the hurricane two houses were reported to have collapsed by the San Mateo Area, while two fires were reported due to electrical outages/surges. No human loss or injuries have been reported.
Click here to read the rest of the article and see more in the San Pedro Sun
More photos of the damage in Caye Caulker. Thank you Ramir Villanueva!
The "all clear" has been given by the Gov't of Belize. As such we anticipate a resumption of domestic flights this afternoon, with a gradual return to our complete schedule (including international) of flights by this weekend.
We ask that those with flight / rebooking / scheduling questions, kindly contact our reservations team at +501 226-2626 or via email at [email protected]. Please note that there may be a high volume of calls so we thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
For those with Cargo questions, we ask that you contact your nearest Tropic Air station for details on resumption of cargo services in your area.
Finally, we know that many of our fellow countrymen have been affected by the passage of the storm. Our hearts and prayers go out to you all, and we wish you all a speedy recovery
Our viewers in San Ignacio report that the downtown area is under water. The market area seems to be particularly under threat as the river level continues to rise.
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Hurricane Earl Aftermath Ambergris Caye AUG 6, 2016
First look of beachfront destruction. Walked from Amigos Del Mar to Ramon's Village. Much more damage to be seen, FYI Palapa Bar...gone! Most docks destroyed or gone. Much work to do and will provide jobs for many to rebuild in short time.
Although the ALL CLEAR Phase has been declared some squally conditions are still likely and seas will be rough. Therefore small craft warning remains in effect for offshore waters.
There is major infrastructure and building damage; many roads and streets are blocked in San Pedro, Caye Caulker, Belize City, and Ladyville, Belize River Valley, Orange Walk, Belmopan and other affected areas.
The Ministry of Works is clearing the main highways. Highways from Benque to Belize City are open at this time. Later today the bus schedule will resume.
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