Properties in Guyana Damaged in Storm

May 10, 2022 | Colin O. Jarrett |

Several properties in Region 5, Guyana were damaged as a result of a freak storm on Friday.

The storm, which damaged at least 20 properties, brought strong winds and heavy rain to the Bath Settlement community.

Reports from affected residents said a cone-shaped boat of wind was seen moving temporarily overhead.  Farmers in the community also reported the loss of crops, chickens and sheds.

CDC assesses storm at Bath Settlement, Mahaica-Berbice, Region 5

May 8, 2022

More on CDC’s Facebook page https://t.co/3cEkpLjaak pic.twitter.com/JjUnVpSjcB

— Civil Defence Commission – GUYANA (@CivilGuyana) May 8, 2022

Colin O Jarrett is a Caribbean News Editor with Vision Newspaper.