Rare crewsweeper Posted September 7, 2017 #1 Share Posted September 7, 2017 Looks like Hurricane Irma's eye is targeting Turks Caicos. She's a very powerful storm and has already wiped out a lot of popular places in St Martin, like Maho Beach and downtown Phillisburg's boardwalk area. So hoping that GT weathers this storm in good fashion, but I wouldn't be surprised if lots of places are devastated. The cruise ship dock and port area beaches including Jack's Shack are particularly exposed to the south and potential storm surge. If anyone has any news or updates, please feel free to post here. There are no ships in port and I doubt any will be heading there at least through the next month or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermeulT Posted September 7, 2017 #2 Share Posted September 7, 2017 Looks like the north edge of the eye scraped Grand Turk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermeulT Posted September 8, 2017 #3 Share Posted September 8, 2017 From CNN: Around 8 p.m. ET, Irma's center was about 55 miles west-southwest of Grand Turk Island, moving west-northwest with maximum sustained winds of 175 mph. Hurricane-force winds could be felt as far as 70 miles from the center. Irma was bringing heavy rain and powerful winds to the low-lying Turks and Caicos Islands on Thursday. Residents were told to stay put. "It's hunker down. Stay where you are. Because you can't go out, because the winds are just far, far too strong," Gov. John Freeman told CNN's "Anderson Cooper 360˚." The governor said the hospital on Grand Turk Island was among 15 buildings that had roof damage or loss. Storm surges could reach up to 20 feet, the National Hurricane Center says -- twice as high as some of the islands' elevations. "Some of these Turks and Caicos (Islands) will be completely overwashed," CNN meteorologist Chad Myers said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggipaws Posted September 8, 2017 #4 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Howling winds of up to 175mph and 20ft waves battered the Turks and Caicos Islands early on Friday. With communications down as the storm slammed into the islands, the extent of the devastation remains unclear. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/09/08/hurricane-irma-tracker-latest-news-updates-live-bahamas-hit/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee & Melissa Posted September 8, 2017 #5 Share Posted September 8, 2017 I'll be interested in knowing if Jack's Shack survived the storm. I don't have high hopes :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becky48417 Posted September 8, 2017 #6 Share Posted September 8, 2017 I've been thinking about GT for a few days, wondering how they would weather the storm. Prayers to everyone there!! I was thinking of bringing extra books with me, to leave at the library. I saw a thread a couple of years ago that indicated they appreciated them. Can anyone think of other things we can bring to the people of GT when cruises start going there again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mitsugirly Posted September 8, 2017 #7 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Such a devastating hurricane. I hope all are safe. I haven't seen any pictures floating around yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermeulT Posted September 8, 2017 #8 Share Posted September 8, 2017 From Jack Shack's facebook page about 1/2 hour ago... Quick status update: Jack, Janet, Erin, the girls and the dogs all survived Hurricane Irma and are ok! Thank you SO SO SO much for all your concerned messages, calls, texts, love and prayers. We are eternally grateful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becky48417 Posted September 9, 2017 #9 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Great news! I also found a hurricane update page on the other site that indicated no loss of life as far as they know, and not as much damage as expected. The cruise terminal is still intact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Insel Posted September 9, 2017 #10 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Great news! I also found a hurricane update page on the other site that indicated no loss of life as far as they know, and not as much damage as expected. The cruise terminal is still intact. That's awesome! Thanks for posting. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Insel Posted September 9, 2017 #11 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Great news! I also found a hurricane update page on the other site that indicated no loss of life as far as they know, and not as much damage as expected. The cruise terminal is still intact. So good to hear. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyette Posted September 10, 2017 #12 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Phew, no loss of life - if your cruise ship stops there...spend money! One of our favourite islands Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate45 Posted September 11, 2017 #13 Share Posted September 11, 2017 I'm hoping up to date info on all the islands will be posted if someone has new info. Damage, recovery, when ports will re-open etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KroozFoolz Posted September 12, 2017 #14 Share Posted September 12, 2017 John Heald has posted that the Grand Turk port is open and ready to receive guests. "Great news on Grand Turk I just received confirmation that the port is open and ready to receive guests Hurricane Irma's passing did impact parts of the island more than others, and many homes roofs were damaged substantially. We will be working with our team, community and government to assist with supplies, some arriving soon ... Please share this would you" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted September 13, 2017 #15 Share Posted September 13, 2017 That sounds like good news for the Tourists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted September 13, 2017 #16 Share Posted September 13, 2017 Great News! Certainly sounds like Grand Turk will recover quickly from any damage caused by Irma! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sillyna511 Posted September 13, 2017 #17 Share Posted September 13, 2017 We are cruising Oct 14th. It's a full month after the storm, so I'm not sure how affected the island will still be by the time we travel there. If they will still need help with anything by then, we'd love to help. Anybody know of certain items we could bring along that would be helpful? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvmyrotti Posted September 14, 2017 #18 Share Posted September 14, 2017 We are cruising Oct 14th. It's a full month after the storm, so I'm not sure how affected the island will still be by the time we travel there. If they will still need help with anything by then, we'd love to help. Anybody know of certain items we could bring along that would be helpful? My guess is that the most helpful thing you can bring is your cash to spend around to local merchants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyette Posted September 17, 2017 #19 Share Posted September 17, 2017 My guess is that the most helpful thing you can bring is your cash to spend around to local merchants. Good idea. Rent a golf cart, explore the island. Eat at a local restaurant. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermeulT Posted September 19, 2017 #20 Share Posted September 19, 2017 From Jack Shack's facebook page yesterday: I want to thank all our friends and Jack's Shack family for their prayers, good thoughts and concern. We all survived Irma. Our houses had minor damage and got pretty wet. We had a week of hot dry weather to dry out mattresses and clothes. We have one generator and great friend with a generator. Our friend has our small freezer and all the food from our refrigerators, we have been eating well. The kids and dogs do not seem to have been traumatized. The shack is fine. Our staff took the food to feed their families and friends. Everyone on island was impacted and are working together to rebuild. We will be up and running and anxious for the cruise ships to return. We appreciate your well wishes, they sustain us in these difficult conditions. - Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afcruiser Posted September 24, 2017 #21 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Anyone heard anything about Grand Turk, Jack and family and friends?? Port is closed. My heart goes out to all affected by Maria. I hope they are safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyette Posted September 24, 2017 #22 Share Posted September 24, 2017 On a certain social media site, Jack's Shack reported all they got was heavy wind & rain from Maria. All are safe. Hoping to be back up & running soon. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barsnikel Posted September 24, 2017 #23 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Flights into /out of Grand Turk were all cancelled yesterday, but those scheduled for today were still listed as active. From what I have heard, the damage was minimal, and they expected the island to be back into full operation within a few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare crewsweeper Posted September 24, 2017 Author #24 Share Posted September 24, 2017 The western eyewall passed over GT. So they missed the be ad Eastern eyewall. Not to say things weren't bad, just not as bad as be StJohn and Puerto Rico. Hoping all comes back over time and beaches weren't washed be away. Sent from my SM-G950U using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcparrothead Posted September 25, 2017 #25 Share Posted September 25, 2017 We're supposed to be there on Oct. 16th along with another ship. Hoping we will still be able to go and help their economy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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