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Premier encourages thankfulness as VI remembered Hurricane Irma

Destruction caused in Carrot Bay by Category 5 Hurricane Irma which struck the Virgin Islands on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, causing widespread destruction and loss of four lives. Photo: Facebook
Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D Wheatley (R7) has called on Virgin Islanders to be thankful for the ability to rebuild their lives and the Territory. Photo: Facebook/Government of the Virgin Islands
Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D Wheatley (R7) has called on Virgin Islanders to be thankful for the ability to rebuild their lives and the Territory. Photo: Facebook/Government of the Virgin Islands
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D Wheatley (R7) has called on Virgin Islanders to be thankful for the ability to rebuild their lives and the Territory as he reflected on the seventh anniversary of the passage of category 5 Hurricane Irma.

The Virgin Islands (VI) was struck by Hurricane Irma on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, causing widespread destruction, and the loss of four lives.

In a statement, Premier Wheatley said, “I invite you to reflect on the invaluable lessons Irma taught us about the power of community in times of adversity.”

He also called on the people to thank God for granting them the ability to rebuild their lives and country.

Premier Wheatley said those lost due to Irma will be remembered as the VI continues to honour the “journey of resilience and unity”.

 

 

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