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Bahamas hurricane death toll reaches 20
The death toll in areas of the Bahamas devastated by Hurricane Dorian has now climbed to at least 20.
Prime Minister Hubert Minnis described the worst areas as being ‘decimated’ as aerial pictures and rescue workers’ accounts show the scale of devastation wrought by Dorian.
Dorian battered the Abaco Islands and Grand Bahama, and with Grand Bahama’s sole airport out of action, getting supplies to affected areas is problematic.
Minnis said it is ‘one of the greatest national crises in our country’s history.’
Relief agency head Lia Head-Rigby said there are likely many more deaths, citing on the ground workers
"It’s total devastation. It’s decimated. Apocalyptic," she told the AP.
Parts of the Bahamas were drenched with up to 35 inches of rain in just a few hours.
The International Red Cross estimated nearly half of all homes on Grand Bahama and the Abacos have suffered major damage or were completely destroyed.
Up to 60,000 people will need immediate food aid, clean water and shelter, the UN said.
"Our priority at this time is search, rescue and recovery. It will take all of us as a caring community – government, church, businesses and individuals – to help restore the lives of our people," Minnis said.
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