Most of the Wetpixel community will be aware that Grand Bahama has sustained significant amounts of damage from the passage of hurricane Dorian. The storm was stationary over the island for over a day, and its winds and associated flooding have caused several deaths, along with the destruction of countless homes and businesses.

Epic Diving base their trips to Tiger Beach out of Grand Bahama’s West End and have first-hand knowledge of the challenges facing the West End settlement. They are acting as a conduit for financial donations, encouraging donations via PayPal, of which 100% will be passed directly into the local community. For those that are uncomfortable with this, please consider donating to the Bahamas Red Cross.

For those in a position to assist with the donation of physical items or goods, the following drop off locations have been established in Florida:

Tropix Shopping
5610 NW 12th Avenue, Suite 203
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Dania Beach City Hall
100 W Dania Beach Blvd.
Dania Beach, FL 33004

Christ Episcopal Church
3481 Hibiscus Street
Miami, FL 33133

Sand Harbor Resort & Marina 125 N Riverside Dr.
Pompano Beach, FL 33062

The items in greatest need are:

• Basic survival items, such as canned food, baby food, juice boxes, and water.
• Medical supplies, including gauze, bandages, and antiseptic. Another significant need is bug spray and citronella candles to fend off mosquitoes.
• They are also in need of clothing and shoes for adults and children, diapers, baby wipes, personal hygiene items, and feminine products.
• Lastly, we are looking for essential tools and shelter supplies including tarps, nails, duct tape, hammers, rope, batteries, flashlights, generators, power cords, and boxes/containers to consolidate items.