Puerto Rico: Hurricane Fiona Update #3

September 29, 2022

Thursday 29, 2022

Dear Group Leaders,

The U.S. Commonwealth of Puerto Rico experienced heavy rain and stormy winds from hurricane Fiona this past weekend. Thankfully, the government as well as local businesses and residents learned a lot from 2017’s Hurricane Maria. The island now possesses machinery, generators, and hurricane protocols that did not exist back in 2017. Below is an update about and from the island. We will keep you updated periodically.

  • Electricity – 81% of the population already has power; some of our staff members and family in San Juan already have electricity.
  • Water – 92% of the population has running water as compared to 8% three day ago.
  • Hotels and venues – most major hotels, attractions, and venues are fully operational and welcoming guests.
  • SJU Airport – Open and fully operational
  • Ports – Open and are fully operational
  • Most venues and tourist attractions are open, however, El Yunque will take a bit longer to recover. El Yunque has started opening some trails as of yesterday.
  • More information – For more info, visit: https://www.discoverpuertorico.com/info/information-about-hurricane-fiona

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