FREEPORT, Bahamas (AP) Practically parking itself over the Bahamas for a day and a half, Hurricane Dorian pounded away at the islands today in a catastrophic onslaught that sent floodwaters up to the second floors of buildings, trapped people in attics and chased others from one shelter to another. At least five deaths were reported.
We are in the midst of a historic tragedy, Prime Minister Hubert Minnis said. The devastation is unprecedented and extensive.
The storms relentless winds and rain battered homes and businesses on the islands of Abaco and Grand Bahama, which have a combined population of about 70,000 and are no more than 40 feet (12 meters) above sea level at their highest points. The Grand Bahama airport was under 6 feet (2 meters) of water.
