Treasure Cay

[Neuwk]

I don't know how, but I just got through (10 a.m EST) on the regular 242- phone to my parents who live on Ocean Blvd. (TC Beach). No electricity of course, "horrible" wind, some soffit (sp?) has blown off of their roof ... the ocean has not yet come into their yard. A friend of theirs just dropped of about 10 crewmembers from a supply ship; they were planning to ride out the storm in the ship (apparently they filled it w/water to "sink" it to the sand and make it heavy). But I guess that plan didn't work out so well, so they left the ship and are now in my parents guest house. That's it for now, if I talk to them again I will post another update :-)

[Libba King]

We own a Bahama Beach Club condo and will welcome any news of damage. We have owners waiting to fly in supplies so need to know most wanted items to make sure they are covered.

[abacomah]

Staying ahead of Frances:

Erica and I left Treasure Thursday at around 11:00 AM on the last Vintage flight out. Five takeoffs and five landings later (boy glad those two were equal!!!) we arrived home in South Carolina around 10:00 PM. Vintage Airlines has been great while we rescheduled our early departure from Abaco to arrive in Melbourne and connect to Delta home to South Carolina. We were originally scheduled to stay until Saturday. When Delta couldn't get us home from Melbourne on Thursday, Vintage graciously agreed, with no request for a credit card, to take us on to Orlando so Delta could get us home from there. I went through two Delta agents and finally a customer service agent at Delta before they were convinced not to charge each of us $100 change fee because they couldn't get us out of Melbourne. Wednesday at Noon, Delta did not have their "Hurrican policies" in effect so they wanted to charge us or make us wait in Melbourne until Ffiday night to fly home...well after some persistence...well maybe a lot...they agreed these were extenuating circumstances and there would be no charge.



We left Treasure around 11AM on an 18 passenger prop plane under windy conditions. Really nice plane, looked new, and had Island Air on it which I understand is owned by the same person who owns Vintage. Once airborne the pilot informed us he was unable to get gas in Marsh Harbour because the fuel trucks were blocked in by other vehicles getting ready for the storm and they couldn't find the owners. There was no fuel in Treasure so he made arrangements with Freeport to stop there and refuel. He said we could make it to Florida, probably on fumes, but that it was illegal for him not to have at least forty-five minutes of extra fuel. That was fine with us....so landing number One - Freeport. Since some of the offices in Freeport were closed the pilot had to keep running from the landing office to the main office to pay fees, pay for fuel and file flight plans....and he did run. We were there maybe forty-five minutes and were not allowed off the plane and I'm thinking wish I hadn't had those three glasses of cranberry juice! Once airborne again we had about an hour to Daytona...landing number two! Melbourne customs was closed and Orlando wouldn't take us so we had to land in Daytona to clear. Thank goodness there is a restroom right inside the door in Daytona customs. The lady officer in customs was great.



The plan now was to take the five passengers on the large plane to New Smyrna and take three of us on the smaller 9 passenger plane to Melbourne..then onto Orlando. Vintage waited while we doubled check with Delta to see if they could fly us out of Daytona instead of Orlando....that was a no go..everything booked. So we hopped on the plane and headed for Melbourne. I was snapping a couple of pictures of the coast and the pilot indicated a couple of pictures of the parking lot on I-95 might be interesting...man was it a parking lot! There were several passengers arriving in Daytona that were headed up I-95...as far as Greenville, SC. Normally it is an eight hour trip...yesterday, probably at least double that. When we saw I-95 from above we felt for them. We landed in Melbourne...landing number three, dropped the gentlemen off (he has a home in Leisure Lee in Abaco and now was headed to meet his family to get his three cars from Melbourne to Orlando) We then headed for Orlando...just Erica, myself and the two pilots.



As we flew from Melbourne to Orlando we could see a sea of blue tarps on the houses around Orlando still not recovered from the effects of Charley. Now Frances is threatening. When we arrived at the Signature terminal in Orlando...landing number four...there we twenty-plus FEMA people in the lobby. We asked the driver on the way to the main terminal "what's up with that?"...he said they were there because of Charley and were trying to get out before Frances hit...I guess so they'd be ready to come back in when it was over. Florida has really been slammed.....and going to be slammed again. We wish them well.



Now we have a five hour wait in the Orlando airport.....got checked in.....had to dig through luggage to find the packed film...many rolls...because the machines would destroy it...then decide to grap a bite at Chili's before we headed to the security line which looked like the lines at Disney World on July 4th weekend! Good thing we had four more hours....well it took us a little over an hour with security. Relaxed in one of the lounges....eyes on the weather channel and listening to all the meteorologists of the day predicting the storm. It is amazing to me that some people just can't figure out that everyone else in the lounge does NOT want to listen to their cell phone conversations!!!!! Man this guy was loud. Last flight home....landing number five...was smooth and uneventful. Glad when AbacoWilly met us at the airport.



Lessons learned & thanks:

Vintage is the greatest...well I knew that...but now they are really the greatest. They are genuinely concerned about there customers and my hats off to the owner.



Have to be really pushy with commercial airlines and ask for customer service when the agent doesn't seem to have a heart.



Daytona is on the top of my lis,t along with Melbourne, as US citizens customer friendly.



As usual, thanks to Sinc and Barbara for a great stay and use of the internet and phones to get us out of there.



Thanks to Gordon (Nealy) Murray as the most fabulous taxi driver and friend in Treasure. He wouldn't leave the airport until he knew Vintage was coming for us.



Earlier in the week when there was a possibility of Frances staying on a southerly course we discussed staying....as the track went more to the northwest we made plans to leave and I'm glad we did. Yes our vacation was cut short by two days...but that's the risk you take when booking during hurricane season. Two days short on the vacation is nothing compared to what the people in Frances’ path are going to experince.

Our thoughts and prays are with those of you in Abaco and also in Florida in harms way.

AM

Abacomah

AbacoMaryAnne…other half of AbacoWilly

[ulitong]

Just spoke to my husband on a satellite phone(11am). He is in my parent's house on the first canal, Brigantine Rd. Water is coming over the sea wall, small trees in the yard are down, wind is getting stronger, everything else as expected. At 10 am the batelco phone was still working, right now I'm not getting a connection anymore. I will pass on any further messages from him. Thanks to all the good people out there who try to keep us in touch!

[Libba King]

Thanks so much for the news of Treasure Cay. We have a condo at Bahama Beach Club which is right across from Brigatine Canal. Will welcome any news, especially of flooding since our condo is on the first floor. You can contact me directly at libbaking@comcast.net anytime.

[candacefriis@hotmail.com]

We have a house on Guana Cay and would like any news as to the conditions there

[kb]

please keep us posted on surge!! Royal Palm unit and beach Villa -- hope he is safe --

[ulitong]

My husband just now called me again on the sat.phone. Winds are up to 100 mph now. Seawater has come above the canal and our lawn is submerged approx. 3 feet in. As this is high tide we're hoping it won't get much worse. He doesn't know of how things look anywhere else. Will keep everyone informed as soon as I hear more. He said that Mother Nature is really something else.... watched his boat bouncing up and down on the trailer inspite of being tied down etc. Let's keep hoping and praying for the best.

[ulitong]

Just got off the phone again with my husband. Winds are now up to 100mph. Water above the seawall, our lawn is submerged about 3 feet in. As this is the high tide we're hoping it won't get much worse. He doesn't know how it looks anywhere else, but as soon as it it safe to go out I will surely let you know (this might take a while though...) He said that Mother Nature is really something else!! Watched his dive boat jump up and down on the trailer even though it was tied down to the max! Let's hope things will turn out better than they did with Floyd

[hooksmee]

we, too, have a house on GGC---hope to hear something ASAP]

[tomhe]

Anyone with info on Treasure Cay Atlantis bldg 4, if any wind damage or water damage. Any info would be of great interest,Sinclair if you read this please email with any info on damage.

[kb]

anything new??? anyone?

[ulitong]

Check my latest message. Haven’t heard from my husband for the last two hours. Think it’s really bad there right now…

[LindaHudson]

We have a lot in Leisure Lee, and would welcome any info on the folks there-David McPhail and his wife, and Florence and her family from Florence's bakery in TC. Thanks, Linda Hudson

[ulitong]

Dear folks, just spoke to my husband Hank and he told me that the water in the canal has already subsided, winds are still very strong. He spoke to Diane Solomon who's house is on the beach and she and all her friends there are doing alright. NO water in her house. Will keep in touch as soon as I get more info

[LESLIEINHILTONHEAD]

iF YOU SPEAK TO DIANE SOLOMAN AGAIN PLEASE TELL CAPT AMY THAT LESLIE IN HILTON HEAD SAYS HELLO...GREAT NEWS.. WE'VE BEEN REALLY WORRIED ABOUT EVERONE DOWN THERE !

[elslagerjl]

Is Diane's house near ocean Dr? We live in the old Robinson house on Ocean. Thanks for any news. Jayne & Doug

[Joel]

It's great to hear Diane is okay. She's a great lady. Our house is right next door. At least it was. I'll have to give her a call this weekend and ask her if it's still there.

[Seay]

Dear folks, just spoke to my husband Hank and he told me that the water in the canal has already subsided, winds are still very strong. He spoke to Diane Solomon who's house is on the beach and she and all her friends there are doing alright. NO water in her house. Will keep in touch as soon as I get more info
Thanks for the info. Any news on Ossie Hall would be helpful? Our prayers are with all that are going through this.

[chase]

Can anybody provide any information to conditions along Windward Beach Road. Thank you for any info you can provide. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

[chase]

Saying a prayer for evryone along the beach and inland......Has their been any major surges along winward...any news would be apreciated and thanks for the previous reponse and your husbands efforts.

Be safe and god bless everyone.

Chase

[final approach]

Please advise any information on family and friends and also Galleon Bay/Windward Beach Area. We have home (Glenn Lowe's old house) "Final Approach"

[schmitt681]

Anyone with news on The damage to the Treaure Cay villas and island in general, please e-mail me at sweaver158@comcast.net Thanks

[TreasureCayCutie505]

Just wondering if anyone has any news regarding treasure cay, own a beach villa... Would appreciate any updates! Thanks so much
Debbie

[Tom Kamp]

Please report anything you hear about Treasure Cay on the Message Board. I own a home near the point.

[BBVPatti]

My dad, Lee Roach is riding out the storm alone. He lives at Brigantine Bay Villas across from the tennis courts on the bayfront- the coral-colored door villa is his residence. If anyone gets a chance later, please check on him-- we've not heard from him since Friday morning. His family back home is worried. Thanks.

[us2]

we own a house at brigantine beach, any news on anything? we are really worried

[SobeFlyer]

:mad: :mad: :mad:
WOULD YOU ALL PLEASE STOP!!!???!!!

THOSE OF YOU WITH "PROPERTY" IN "THIS LOCATION" OR "THAT LOCATION" ARE CLOGGING THE MESSAGE BOARD WHILE SOME OF US ARE TRYING TO LOCATE INFORMATION ABOUT "PEOPLE". WE ALSO CALL THEM "LOVED ONES". WHO CARES ABOUT YOUR TIME SHARE OR CONDO AT "WHEREVER"? I HAVE A 70 YEAR OLD FATHER LIVING THERE AND GOING THROUGH THIS BY HIMSELF AND I LOST PHONE CONTACT WITH HIM AT 6:00AM ON THE 3RD. FINDING PEOPLE ON LINE THAT CAN MAKE A LOCAL CALL AND CHECK ON HIM IS MY GOAL. THAT IS DIFFICULT TO DO WITH ALL OF THE WHINING ABOUT "MY PROPERTY" AND PLEASE E-MAIL PHOTOS OF THE DAMAGE TO ME.... THERE WILL BE INFORMATION AND PHOTOS POSTED SOON. YOU CAN THEN SEARCH FOR IT IN THE COMMING DAYS IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR AIR CONDITIONED HOME THAT HASN'T BEEN HIT. BEGGING FOR SOMEONE OVER THERE TO TAKE THE TIME TO E-MAIL YOU SPECIFICALLY ABOUT YOUR PROPERTY IS SELFISH AND INSENSITIVE. YOU'LL KNOW SOON ENOUGH.

ulitong,
Now that I have that off of my chest, My dad, Lee, lives at Brigantine Bay Villas right at the North end of Atlantis. His last 4 of his phone are -8033. If your husband could check on him when the storm allows, I would greatly appreciate it. I'll bet your parents know him.

[aotlove]

My boyfriend and his family live in Treasure Cay. His name is Matthew Claridge and his brother's name is Chris Claridge. Last I knew Chris was in severe pain from Kidney stones right before the hurricane hit. The last time I heard from Matt was a couple days ago. I hope that Chris, Tara, Matthew and Norman Claridge are ok. If anyone has any information on them I would appreciate it.

[SobeFlyer]

aotlove,

I know Matthew. My dad knows all of the Claridge's. I'll ask about Chris when I get in contact with someone over thre. I pray they are all O.K.

[Alpine]

We are concerned for Abaco friends, and our homes at Mariner's Cove and Royal Palm. Please keep us advised.

Thanks!

[ulitong]

My husband just called me from tc. He's located on brigantine, the first canal. Still blowing approx.50 mph, the phonelines are actually down on the ground. Of course still no power and water... He said that everything looks like a big mess. They've been pounded for more than 24 hrs. Rainfall was severe. He will take a ride around now, check on the neighbours etc. His friend came up to see him. He lives on the golf course so the roads must be usable. He will call me back in about an hour. Will keep you posted

[nobait]

any word of avis miller of treasure cay, also of edward and alexander rolle of coopers town. also, of judy ann and lucky rolle of tc?

[Tai Tai]

Thanks for posting the updates on TC. We keep our boat in Marsh Harbour all year and moved it to the TC marina for this storm. Hopefully it was more sheltered there. Any news of the marina's condition would be appreciated.

Glad to hear that your husband is safe, and I hope your property is undamaged.

Rick & Lana Richesin
vessel Tai Tai

[SobeFlyer]

ulitong,

Thanks!!! Standing by...

[BBVPatti]

My dad, Lee Roach, is in the Brigantine Bay Villas by himself. Please let me know if your husband stops by there (across from the tennis courts and on the bayside.) We lost contact with my dad yesterday morning (Fri a.m.) and have no idea how he is. Thanks.

[SobeFlyer]

ulitong,

I got your first IM.

Please IM BBVPatti as well as myself with respect to Lee at Brigantine Bay Villas. Thanks!!!

[LESLIEINHILTONHEAD]

Great !!Been waiting on his reply! Glad he is safe! Will be awaiting his update!

[schmitt681]

Leslie:
Glad to hear that your husband is good. I am looking for some information on the villa's we own 681, just wondering how the dammage that way is?
Thanks, Stephanie

[LESLIEINHILTONHEAD]

Steph,


I'm getting all of my info from Ulitong's husband .. he's in tc she posts his info regularly and right now he's my onlt link. Good luck on your property!
Leslie

[schmitt681]

I am looking for some information on how the villa's (681) faired in the storm? Does anyone know how much damage was sustained over there? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Stephanie

[Solitude]

Any news about Mariners Cove and Treasure Houses (the hexagin houses on the beach)?

[Moderator242]

Any questions you have for information as to Treasure Cay, this is the place to do it.

[Herbie]

Any info is great! But mainly worried about friends. I just left TC Wed.
Thanks!!!

[Cloverleaf]

The messages all show send yesterday. This message sent as a test on 9/4/04 at 10:10AM Central

[Abacowilly]

Any news on them? Also Denny parker rode this out there on TC as well - any word on him?

AW :confused:

[gatorman]

Sinclair reports water damage to Atlantis condominiums at TC. No further details. No power, no telephones.

Earl Russell on GTC reports no telephones/power at GTC. Minimal damage but nothing to compare that to.

No injuries. Lots of rain.

[ulitong]

sept.4, 12pm news from TC
Hank called again, unfortunately he only got my answering machine and left a message. He's been out and about, lots of flooding, much more debris and mess than they expected. If I understood him right, it wasn't possible to get to his parent's house which is at the end of Windward, seems to be blocked. Boats sank and broke lose. So far he hasn't heard of anyone being hurt, which is more important than anything else.
I will not be able to answer all of your questions, but will try to pass on any info I can get from him. It won't be possible for him to check on every house or villa, but I'm sure he'll give us "general area" infos whenever he gets around to it. Please be patient

[ulitong]

can anyone tell me if i'm supposed to post my news on tc like i did above, or should i start a new thread eveytime i hear from hank???i'm not familiar with this board...

[BBVPatti]

Ulitong,
It looks like the Moderator has reorganized the board into locations-- i.e. TC, GTC, etc., so I think that continuing to post to this thread for all TC-related messages would make good sense.

[dianna]

it's dianna, i met you very briefly on treasure cay blvd the day you where leaving to go home...i was on a golf cart with herbie & clint. i tried to phone amy before i left/which was tuesday afternoon/last flight "out of dodge!" to say good bye and see what she as going to do. is she with diane soloman? i never spoke to her before i left, if you know her wereabouts, i would love to know if she is safe...i hope all is well with you; diannaiF YOU SPEAK TO DIANE SOLOMAN AGAIN PLEASE TELL CAPT AMY THAT LESLIE IN HILTON HEAD SAYS HELLO...GREAT NEWS.. WE'VE BEEN REALLY WORRIED ABOUT EVERONE DOWN THERE !

[Goombay530]

We have house on Brigatine Bay Road, any new news would be greatly appreciated !!
Hope to hear soon.

[ulitong]

here i am again.hank has seen barbara, sinclair, lee, ossie and many others on the road, as far as he knows, nobody has been hurt. Bahama Beach Club seems OK, Atlantis seems OK some shingles off in places, all boats there still floating (also yours ray). The road on Windward is flooded that's why it wasn't possible to drive out, not because of trees. Jeff's house across the brigantine canal is a wreck, roof off completely (hank thinks this might have been caused by a tornado because all the other houses around seem fine). Jeff has been informed. Hank will continue to check things out and keep in touch with me. hope this will be setting some peoples mind at ease. i know how hard it is not to be able to communicate....

[Pelican Jr]

ulitog, great reporting! Do you have any idea how far down Windward it is flooded. Wondering if just past Jane Schor's house is where it is flooded, next to the circle by Galleon Bay, or if it was much farther down.

[Seay]

Thank you so much for the info. I was talking to Ossie's wife Sue at the time this posting came up. She is so relieved and asked that I thank you so much. She wanted me to give you her email (meanmommiesue@aol.com).

Again, thanks so much.

Susan Seay

[dmay]

Has anyone seen or heard how Mark and Francoise Carroll are? Hope they are safe and well. Home and Bungelow faired OK. Dianne and George are concerned.

[TreasureChiripazo]

does anyone have any idea how Royal Palm was and how high the water got and if it got into the 1st floor
thank you

[ulitong]

the seawater didn't seem to have been the problem with this storm at least not on the canal/marina. it was more the rain and constant wind. so i think you shouldn't have a flooding problem on the first floor at leasr not from the sea water. If your roof held up, you should be OK

[Herbie]

anyone heard from folks in cooperstown?

[Fort Worth]

Has anybody heard about any damage along Ocean Blvd. My family lives towards the end of Ocean Blvd. I haven't heard from them or seen any information on the status, damage, flooding, etc. Any news would be appreciated.

[ulitong]

I'm more than glad to be of some help to all of you tc lovers! The water came over the sea wall but only approx.3 feet onto the lawn. So like I said before, this shouldn't be a problem. It's the serious rainfall apparently which flooded everything. So I can't really tell you what the story is on your roof/house. Hank told me that we had rain coming into the bedroom through our shutters...
Won't be talking to him again tonight as it is close to bedtime here in Germany now but will ask him more details tomorrow. He understands how anxious everyone is to hear about their folks and homes. Love to you and let me know whne you're private e-mail is working again. Andrea

[Herbie]

Andrea, HI it's Herbie the hair guy!!!!!!!

Thank you and Hank so much for all the info

Email me and thanks again! Herbie

[Libba King]

I have inserted below the latest info on the Bahama Beach Club which was sent to all condo owners by Craig Roberts. Anyone can contact me directly at libbaking@comcast.net if they have anything to add. So glad to hear that everyone is OK and really appreciate the messages posted on the Board. Libba King

Hello:

Scott just called me via the Satellite Telephone from Treasure Cay. He reports everyone is OK at the Bahama Beach Club, no injuries.

He also advises the following:

Heavy beach erosion.
Buildings #8, 9, 10 and 11 hit hardest by the winds.
Some condos have water damage.
Pool equipment room is flooded.
Office is flooded.
Building #1 has roof damage. Extent of interior damage unknown.
Fence between BBC and BBC Phase 5 is gone.
Heavy damage to landscaping.

More information to come from Scott in about 1 hour.

Thank you,

Craig

[TreasureChiripazo]

Can anyone tell us how royal palm condo's held up? any roof damage? any flooding?

[SobeFlyer]

We all appreciate your info via satphone very, very much. Let us know when you get your satphone bill, and we'll take up a collection!!

[BBVTree]

to answer those family and friends who have asked me today...NO i am not "sobeflyer". HE is my brother. while i agree with his ideas of not to worry about property until family/friends are accounted for... let's not forget that this storm is still hitting abaco at 5:30 pm on saturday night... check the latest radar and see what our family/friends are still dealing with and no power/water/phone. i do wish he (sobeflyer) was a little more in the spirit of the coconut telegraph (no yelling and pointing fingers) in that some people just want information and may not be thinking (or have) a family member that is unaccounted for on our side of the pond. all i want to know is that my dad is alright. we rebuilt our homes after floyd and i know how to do it again if i have to but my family is not replaceable. lets just hope and pray with the little information we can get that none of it is about someone being hurt. before we know it the phones will be back, airplanes will be flying in and all your questions will be answered. until then lets pray for the safety of those on the island.
theresa mcgough
brigantine bay villas

[Moderator242]

Any word on the folks at Mariners Cove in T.C.????????

[hdujohn]

What satellite phones are being used successfully? We have two people in Treasure with IRIDIUM phones. They got messages out until approx 1300 hours on 09/04/04 and arranged to do so again later but we have not heard from them. Attempts to contact IRIDIUM customer service have been without success. Any suggestions or telephone #'s would be appreciated.

Harry

[ulitong]

my husband rented a globalstar satt phone and has been in touch with me from treasure cay since the storm had semi passed

[Fort Worth]

Still haven't had any contact from my family on Ocean Blvd. in Treasure Cay. Anybody who has heard via phone or email, please post conditions on the status of Ocean Blvd. residents.

[Fort Worth]

I just received a sattelite call from a friend of my family. My parents live on the end of Ocean Blvd. in Treasure Cay and I was assured that there were NO injuries to report and everybody is fine. Alot of wind damage, flooding, and trees down, but the good news is everybody is safe.

[TC regular]

Hi. I have been going to treasure cay since i was a little girl and i have friends who live there. I am wondering about their safety as I am unable to reach them by phone. DOes anyone know how Rene Mathurin, Matt Clairidge, Chris Claridge, Chris (the burner) and demitrious are..as well as Gloria and family, florence and family, rose and family, paula and family and marcilous roberts, and sharon and her daughter are doing?! please get back to me if you know. thanks so much. i hope everyone is alright.

[barbara finelli]

Just wondering if everyone is safe in TC. Paula Thompson and her family and Sidney Hart and his family?

[Tami Siewruk]

I just received a report from Patty at Blue Dolphin that all of Abaco had no injuries and no casualties.

Reporting from Guana Cay

[Reefcherie]

Looking for any info on how Ocean Villas did in the storm...

Thanks,
Cheri

[hdujohn]

Just got off the phone with TC contact (IRIDIUM phones do not work under cloud cover)-

They need ASAP-
1. Water
2. Chain saws
3. Generators
4. Electrical cable (e.g. 10-3 etc) with male and female connectors to hook the
generators up.

They are hoping the airport will be open tomorrow-this not to say that it is not useable. They are still experiencing high winds.

There is significant damage to properties and vessels.




4.

[Seay]

Received ham message from KY today that stated exact same needs as those posted by hdujohn on this board.

water
chain saws
generators
heavy duty electrical cords

[Tami Siewruk]

Sinclars Report from Treasure Cay:
Boats & Marina & metal roofs at Royal Palm are good.
Shingle roofs at Royal Palm and other shingle Roofs - not good.
Atlantis badly hit - all units damaged.
Windward Beach badly damaged. Brigantine Canal looks fine.
Galleon Bay is fine. Extensive damage and flooding at West End of Ocean Blvd.
Lots more trees standing than after Floyd.
The long winds did the damage. No communication and power for now.
Mendy Berkson (Guana Cay)
for Sinclair

[kb]

anything new on TC? Flooding? Uli is seeking info on Ivan.

[Fermate]

[QUOTE=Tami Siewruk]Sinclars Report from Treasure Cay:
Boats & Marina & metal roofs at Royal Palm are good.
Shingle roofs at Royal Palm and other shingle Roofs - not good.
Atlantis badly hit - all units damaged.
Windward Beach badly damaged. Brigantine Canal looks fine.
Galleon Bay is fine. Extensive damage and flooding at West End of Ocean Blvd.
Lots more trees standing than after Floyd.
The long winds did the damage. No communication and power for now.
Mendy Berkson (Guana Cay)
for Sinclair[/QUOTE

Dear Mendy,
I am an Atlantis owner and read in your message "that all units are badly damaged" Are you referring to the roofs (shingles?) or any other visible damage to the Condos? Is there anything we can do quickly? Thank you for your wonderful help, apreciate your answer, please.
Marion, Atlantis Building III

[schmitt681]

Mendy & Ulitong:

Thanks so much for all your help in re-laying messages to all of us. Grateful that our prayers were answered and no one was injured.

Mendy: Could you please see if Sinclair has any information regarding the the villa units ours is 681? I understand that this is on an as can basisis, but I appreciate the help.

Stephanie Schmitt

[Herbie]

any word on Paula, Mary at mariners cove, and friends in cooperstown.
Thanks, Herbie

[SailRace]

This is a damage assessment from the TCPOA board and Neil Tobin.

Though i'd post it here as well.

2nd letter from Neil

I got a phone call on a sat phone about an hour ago advising me that our house on windward had some minor damage to the shingles but that the property was other wise in tack. There still were no phones or power but I got the same comments on the wind and water. It would appear at this time that Treasure did not get extensive damage.

3rd. letter from Neil

First let me make the disclaimer on the accuracy of this email.
I just received a sat phone call updating things and it is different to the one on got yesterday. This being said here is what i have. First I am told there are no reported injuries, the majority of the damage to the island was wind. The roads are flooded simply because of the volume of rain that fell.
there is still no phones of power. There is apparently significant damage to Atlantis but Mariners Cove and Royal palm are in good shape.
i don't know about the homes of the beach but our house on windward suffered wind damage with the hurricane shutters being torn off our master bed room but apparently the doors held (Great doors Mr.. Young).
All other hurricane shutters held some shingle damage but the sky lights are in tack. Some of the fascia was torn off and water was driven into the house this way with some ceiling damage but they tell me not severe.
the sea wall had no damage. The report is not the best but all in all nothing like Floyd. As i get more information i will let you know.
Jo-Ann and I are going to try and get in this Friday coming.
Regards
Neil G. Tobin

[Pelican Jr]

If somone goes down Windward Beach can you check out Jane Schor's house, just past Gal Bay? Thanks!

[kuf]

I have been going to TC all of my life and if people have concerns about their homes that is totally appropriate and I do not appreciate others telling those who are concerned not to be. Our homes there are our loved ones. I personally have put my heart and sole into mine. This by the way did not stop me from being in TC after Floyd and bringing down plane loads of supplies and helping out loved ones. This is a time for people to respect others and not to tell us what we can and cannot worry about. Thank you to Hanks wife for all of the info!!

[ScottandLanette]

I would also like to know how the guys in Cooperstown are doing especially Joe and Olga and the kids. How did Banyan Beach fare? Thanks so much for all your help.

[kuf]

Dear TC regular,
I have a phone number for Chris, but cannot reach him either. He is a good friend and I will try and help you out. If I hear anything I will post a message. Hoping for the best.

[ulitong]

Satt Phone call at 4:30 pm
Hank just called me and I will try to repeat what he said as good as I can. Tried to ask him as many questions as I remembered...
Ivan has been seen driving around
Damage is more extensive than he thought at first all due to wind and rain
Like mentioned above Atlantis is in pretty bad shape. Hank saw ceilings which had come down
Mariners Cove looks alright, one person has already taking off shutters, living there again
He can't drive by the formar Rayner's house because of flood. You have to go around German Town and the back roads to continue onto Windward
One boat sank in the marina, its yellow and he thinks he remembers a name like Donna and Faye(?) on it
The boat next to Jim Hooper (belongs to Canadian folks so he's been told, no name though) has damage, all other boats in the marina SEEM ok
He took a ride to Cooper's Town and was in shock of the state of some houses there. NO injuries or fatalities!!
He has been told that the power is back on in the houses on the golf course, nowhere else yet, but they are working hard at it
He heard a plane flying over today already and believes it landed at the airport
Wind still approx, 20 knots, overcasted and raining off and on
They are concerned because they haven't heard from Freeport and some of the other islands yet
Hank said that some big trees on the golf course which survived Floyd came down in this one, which shows how damaging the length of this hurricane was
When I asked what people should bring he said that most likely generators might be needed for a while, especially in certain areas, no really big demand for chainsaws and I guess everything else in the line of groceries, water etc (sorry, but I'm not a hurricane specialist, I'm sure you all know more about these things than I)
He will call me again tomorrow and I will let you know any news I get than
Some folks asked me for his telephone number, but I can't call him myself because he has to stand outside to have a reception. So we have to wait until he gets back to us
I will try to get TC as soon as I can because cleaning up help and support seems to be needed, hoping that the next storm "Ivan" will spare us.
I'm signing off now....Good night to you all

[Georg Gauger]

Any reports about Ocean Villa and Beach Villa areas? Thanks

[andrew]

im not hearing anything ,just requests for info , how did marsh harbour fair?

[Sonburns]

Has anyone heard or seen Grace Burns, Mike & Elaine Lenthal. I am concerned about their well being. Grace has a heart condition. Lenthal's live on Ocean Blvd. Grace lives on Windward Blvd. Any info welcomed

[byron]

any word on Paula, Mary at mariners cove, and friends in cooperstown.
Thanks, HerbieHerbie:
We hear no one was hurt, we cannot reach Paula on her cell, Fred is trying to get in on Monday. Jerry just called and said that MC seems ok,but cannot tell about water getting in. If you hear call us at 330/562-4114. Joan sends her best. Byron

[brookmand@hotmail.com]

Dear all,

Please can somebody give us an update on the state of Treasure Cay and also our house at 15 Treasure Cay Road on the beach.

Thanks a million,

Bill & Claire

[Tami Siewruk]

REAT NEWS!

Charter fights are able to land in Marsh Harbour and the ferry starts in the morning. I don't think regular flight are coming in becaue we don't have phones but BEC will be in Guana tomorrow and we should have power.

Progress is so sweet.

HUGS! to all!

Tami

[Danny]

Does anybody have any information on Anne Albury and Harvey? I have been trying to call to see how they fared, I know the phones are down. Last spoke to them on Friday.

By the way, has anybody made their way up to the TCB point? Does anybody have any information on the Pink House and our neighbors the Blue House, Trident, The Steiner's, etc

Rosy (Jimmy & Becky Mayer's daughter)

[kristibella]

Glad to hear that there were no fatalities. Praying for everyones saftey. Getting alot of information regarding different areas. Haven't seen any information about Leeward Beach and the Point. If anyone has information about that area just past windward beach road. Please pass it on. HAve heard conflicting reports that houses on Spanish Close and the point have been completely destroyed, and have also heard reports that they are fine. If you do have any information please forward it on. My prayers are with everyone who stuck it out during the storm. Hope everyone is safe.
Thank you
Sincerely
Kristin

[Danny]

Any news on Alex Rolle and family & Euna Mae?
Rosy

[Neuwk]

Sonburns,
My parents live a couple of houses down from Mike and Elaine (and I'm pretty sure they know Grace). Based on a brief sat phone call from one of their friends to my brother, Mike and Elaine are fine; their house sustained water damage. I haven't heard anything about Grace specifically but I haven't heard of any injuries. I'll make sure that we ask about her if we get another call.
~ Neuwk

[B. Odom]

Does anyone have information on the condition of Suncrest Treasure Villas? They are located immediately next door (on the right, facing the ocean) to the old hotel site.

I would greatly appreciate any information.

[thenuttymermaid]

Does anyone have a clue what the surge was when France's hung out?

[sierralima]

If anyone has news of Mike and Joy Robus, Myrtle Roberts, Stan and Julie and Paul Vernall, can you please post it? Also, if anyone has been in the area of the middle of Ocean Blvd. and knows the condition on the houses at Sans Souci, could you let us know? Thanks, so much. Sally and Larry

[Tami Siewruk]

I will try on the VHF in the morning for all the information you have requested. sorry for the delay
Tami from Guana Cay

[bev]

If you have VHF please contact Lincoln Albury of Albury's Ferry Service, tell him to call the Mott's and let them know family and homes are ok.


Thank you!
Bev

[Abacobrad]

Can anyone confirm condition of TC airport?

[kristibella]

Can anyone confirm condition of TC airport?Re: Continental airlines has a flight booked today to land in treasure cay on Sept6 which means the runway must be ok and the airport open.

[patrick griffin]

any word on the conditions in hopetown?

[SobeFlyer]

I have been going to TC all of my life and if people have concerns about their homes that is totally appropriate and I do not appreciate others telling those who are concerned not to be. Our homes there are our loved ones. I personally have put my heart and sole into mine. This by the way did not stop me from being in TC after Floyd and bringing down plane loads of supplies and helping out loved ones. This is a time for people to respect others and not to tell us what we can and cannot worry about. Thank you to Hanks wife for all of the info!!

kuf,
You obviously misread my early post. When I asked folks to not clog the board with requests about property, the storm was still full force at that moment. I have no problem with folks asking about property AFTER we know everyone is alright. Think of this analogy... Your mother's apartment building is burning. As you arrive, the fire department is working on the fire. There is a large group of people standing around the fire chief asking about the condition of their apartments (property) and you are having trouble trying to get through the crowd to make sure your mother is accounted for. Tell me you wouldn't feel this would be wrong. Look at the date and time of my post.

[Abacobrad]

Re: Continental airlines has a flight booked today to land in treasure cay on Sept6 which means the runway must be ok and the airport open.
Just spoke with Continental and they do have flight today out of Miami at 1:15 and tomorrow. Now just anxious for information regarding GTC and we'll be heading down soon.

[BBreck]

I heard it was 12 feet

[Tami Siewruk]

Hello Everyone



I have to say I am sorry I was given some bad information on the airports. I did see planes flying over yesterday and 2 people here told me that Marsh was open. In fact the person who first told me was the sister in law of the man that flew the plane that went over. She confirmed through another source for me that the airport was open. My husband is on his way to Marsh Harbor right now to get the real scoop and I’ll report back.. Again I am sorry for the misinformation.



But I just read this on the board





TC airport is operating


We're in the Atlanta area and looking to Hitch Hike with anyone who may be flying to TC from the Southeast. I called Continental and they have flight out of Miami at 1:15 today. Still waiting any word on how the beachfront of GTC is before we come down. We'd be happy to split charter- please email me.

Thanks, Brad Barrett

I just had a friend ( Johnny Roberts of Nippers ) in the states call and the agent told them that is was not open or operating in TC

[Abacobrad]

I tried to have the Continental agent confirm TCB airport and she was ready to book me, but all they have are computers and I don't trust their information either. We appreciate your first hand reports and look forward to hearing from you again soon.

[Tami Siewruk]

I just had a friend ( Johnny Roberts of Nippers ) in the states call and the agent told them that is was not open or operating in TC

[Tai Tai]

Hi Tami,

Just curious where you are (geographically). Are you in Abaco? Do you have a working internet connection there?

[jeff&carin]

just got off sat phone from tcb island administrator confirmed airport is open there are no obstructions i am flying down in am from westhampton ny with stanley

[schmitt681]

Glad to hear that the airport is open and flights can now come in. Has anyone heard how the BVOA Villa's faired, especially villa 681? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Stephanie

[mario]

Any news of damage or conditions of homes on the treasure cay golf course? Specifically the Melzer house? Also any info on conditions/damage in Liesure Lee? Has anyone heard from David and Faye McPhail from Liesure Lee??

[Seay]

Have just gotten off the phone with Julie Sawyer. She is concerned about her husband Stan. Has anyone seen or heard from him? Please let me know and I will forward information to her.

[kuf]

Dear Sobeflyer,
Thank you for such an insightful response. We all are feeling the strain and as you say let us just hope our loved ones are safe and everone finds the answers they are looking for. Take care, Karen

[dmay]

We have a home for 33 years on windward beach toward the point (next to Bill Hertz's old house, now the Bracey's). So glad we heard Bill is in Florida and safe!! Does anybody know if the Bracey's were in TC, or overseas as they often are at this time of the year.

We own one of the homes that was totally destroyed during Floyd, and we had to rebuild from the bottom up. We have heard conflicting reports about the extent of damage the houses on windward beach sustained. If there is a current report from anyone as to how much obvious damage resulted from Frances down toward the point, we would be very grateful to hear it. We are trying to figure out how soon we should get down there to help out. Will we just be in the way? Or can we actually be of some assistance?

Any more detailed information about Treasure Cay would be of great help to us.
Thanks for all the info so far!!

[Judith Clisby]

Still trying to learn about Florence and family and Jackie Bootle and family??? Also damges to the condos on Brigantine Beach rd which is acroos from Mariner's cove and next to the Suncrest Timeshares.
Judith Clisby

[Chui]

This is For the CHUI gang.
please let me know when you arrive in TC. Ciao

[dragos]

to DMAY --- The Braceys were not on the island. Woody is in Scotland, Betsy has been staying with her son in Chicago but is returning Wednesday or Thursday (depending on flights available) to TC.

[ulitong]

Haven't heard from my husband Hank all day, that's why there hasn't been any more info. I will be flying from Germany to Miami tomorrow. Is there any definite answer on the Abaco airport situation and is there ANYONE leaving out of Miami on Wednesday????

[kristibella]

Dear Ulitong:
Just wanted to say thank you for all the good detailed information you have been giving. My father is building a house on Leeward Beach, the BIG lavendar house near the point. We have heard that houses in that area were damaged severely, but we have also heard that they weren't. If possible when you do talk to your husband, could you ask him if he knows anything about that area, (the point, leeward beach) just past windward road. I would be very much appreciative. Thank you, and praying for everyones safety.
Sincerely

Kristin

[CASTLE ROCK]

If Anybody Has Seen The Condition Of Castle Rock Which Is 5 Houses Down On The Left From The Start Of Windward Beach Rd., I Would Appreciate A Report. Also, My Boat "spirit" A 37 Ft. Sailboat On Brigantine Bay Was On A Mooring Off Of Brigantine Bay Villas. Any Reports? Thanks Jerry

[LKnowles]

Does anyone have any news on the condition of Royal Palm Condominiums? We own an upstairs unit and are wondering how the roof sustained the hurricane. Any info. would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[meesha55]

[Has anyone been through the Beach Villas? Has anyone seen David Sands?
If anyone has information specifically on villas #529, #563, #665 & #571 we would appreciate your feedback. Glad it sounds as if there are no injuries other than severly frayed nerves. Bless everyone helping pass on info.
Thanks, Michele

[TreasureChiripazo]

has anyone heard on the status Freeland Rolle and Anna Rolle, and also about Prince

[shellyhouse]

Any information regarding damage sustained to Gerry Shelly's house on Brigatine Bay Road would be greatly appreciated.

[kuf]

Haven't heard from my husband Hank all day, that's why there hasn't been any more info. I will be flying from Germany to Miami tomorrow. Is there any definite answer on the Abaco airport situation and is there ANYONE leaving out of Miami on Wednesday????Hi Andrea,
It's Karen and I am in constant contact with Uli. She desperately needs to get some communication with Ivan, can you please try and arrange that via Hanks phone. Because we, the beach villa owners are completely in the dark. Absolutely no info on the condition of our villas amd Uli is in a place where she can bring down supplies and so can I, but we need to know the status. Uli would like to help you make a reservation from Miami to TC if you need her to do so, just respond to this message amd I will let her know or you can E-mail Uli or me at KUF921@aol.com. Give Hank, Ivan, Florence etc etc our love and let everyone know we are able and willing to help as soon as we are able to get communications up and going.

[treasurehunt]

Could the local newspaper (The Abaconian) and (The Abaco Journal) as well as the local Gov. reps, cordinate and institute local reporters to report for each Abaco community? Right now we are just thankful for native drums....
This was the same during Hurricane flloyd when we depended on Ham Radio operators for any info, thankfully...
Ivan may be chasing Frances? The weather channel or cnn, zns bahamas doesn't help when your concerned with a local area and people on Abaco and no form of tecnological communication to mainstream/Gov. etc..

Should each reporter or local gov official have a Sat phone, even if their info is received by vhf from each community area. Any improved communication would help both directions. What is a better way?

[Gillian]

We are looking for an update on our parents (Bruce & Doreen Barth) who remained in TCB during Frances. They left their house on Windward and were staying at the Bahama Beach Club.

Their daughter Cathy may be coming in by plane on Wednesday to assist.

Any news appreciated.

[Goombay530]

Does anyone know the condition of the Goombay House on the corner of Treasure Cay Road and Brigatine Bay Road? George and I would appreciate any information that we could receive.
Carolyn Stern
Goombay530@Aol.Com

[aotlove]

Sobeflyer,
Any information that you may have would be wonderful. I still haven't heard anything from him. If you can get in touch with him in anyway tell him I love him and that I hope that they are all ok. Thank you for your help.

[sugarapple]

I finally got through to someone in Abaco after days of trying . I spoke to my sister in Treasure Cay about ten minutes ago. Everyone is ok, no injuries. There are lots of water damages to some of the houses, but not all. There are also some roof damage. The power is half-way on in Treasure Cay. There is no power in Coopers's Town. Everyone is fine in Cooper's Town. Some people lost their roofs. I was so worried about my family-the Pritchards, but everyone is doing good. No real damage to the house, Thank God. My sister didn't hear anything about Crown Haven or the people down there. People are are need of water and food. I am so thankful that no lives were lost, but there will be lots of clean-up going on. Anyone who didn't get through to Treasure Cay, keep trying.

[zdleifer]

Hi-

Dave from Banyan would like to get in touch with you. Please call him at 5619681513. Thank you very much. If you cannot reach him, you can contact me, Zack Leifer at 5167681543.

Thank you.

[mike&shawn]

Jerry,
I heard from Frank & Judy today 11:30pm. She saw Brigantine Bay on Sunday and said that Spirit was still moored and looked fine. The phones are working, however Lee's is not.
Shawn
If Anybody Has Seen The Condition Of Castle Rock Which Is 5 Houses Down On The Left From The Start Of Windward Beach Rd., I Would Appreciate A Report. Also, My Boat "spirit" A 37 Ft. Sailboat On Brigantine Bay Was On A Mooring Off Of Brigantine Bay Villas. Any Reports? Thanks Jerry

[chase]

I finally got through to someone in Abaco after days of trying . I spoke to my sister in Treasure Cay about ten minutes ago. Everyone is ok, no injuries. There are lots of water damages to some of the houses, but not all. There are also some roof damage. The power is half-way on in Treasure Cay. There is no power in Coopers's Town. Everyone is fine in Cooper's Town. Some people lost their roofs. I was so worried about my family-the Pritchards, but everyone is doing good. No real damage to the house, Thank God. My sister didn't hear anything about Crown Haven or the people down there. People are are need of water and food. I am so thankful that no lives were lost, but there will be lots of clean-up going on. Anyone who didn't get through to Treasure Cay, keep trying.
HOW did you get through to Treasure? Cell phone? Regular phone?

[zdleifer]

Dave from Banyan Beach will be in Treasure Cay on Wednesday. Please send any requests for info in reply form to this post and we will do our best to get all info out of Treasure Cay.

Power and water are questionable at the moment, but if you need anything please reply to this message and we will do what we can.

Zack - Dave From Banyan Beach's Friend...

[BBVTree]

i was able 30mins ago to call frank and judy using their 242 number. she told me that they have been able to call each other (for the most part) but unable to call out or in long distance. some people have water and power some have one or the other and some have none. for those wondering about brigantine bay villas, lee, the villas and the boats all seem fine. just keep trying to call like you normally would

[Cindy Baldwin]

Hello to all,

I hope everyone fared well throught the storm. I am Cindy Baldwin, Tito in Hope Town is my brother and I am trying to find out if he is ok?? Any news would be appreciated.

Also, in Man O War, I am trying to find out about my family, Uncle Lambert, Aunt Teresa, Anna, and Ruth Albury.

I am in Florida, and we got hit by the storm also...please relay that everyone here is ok.

God bless to all, and a speedy recovery.

Cindy

[TreasureChiripazo]

does anyone know the status od Freeland Rolle, Anna Rolle, and Prince in treasure cay?

[Fort Worth]

I was in bed last night and woke up when my phone rang. A call from my parents on Ocean Blvd. in TCB. They told me they were able to call within the Bahamas, but not the states until last night. It was nice getting an update. Hopefully they will remain on.

[zdleifer]

Dave from Banyan Beach will be in Treasure Cay on Wednesday. Please send any requests for info in reply form to this post and we will do our best to get all info out of Treasure Cay.

Power and water are questionable at the moment, but if you need anything please reply to this message and we will do what we can.

Zack - Dave From Banyan Beach's Friend...

[LeeR]

Talked to Paula Knowles this morning. (Mariner's Cove manager)

She stated: (about Mariner's Cove)
No apparent damage to shingles on all buildings.

Ground floor units - water came in from under the entrance doors. (they are airing out the units now (not much water got in)

Solar panels on the office building are off.

Extensive landscaping damage. Trees down.

Air vents on 1402 and 1418 came loose. (they have been boarded up)

That's it so far.
Lee 1204

[dragos]

some info on the status of, and access to, Windward Beach Drive would be appreciated. and the condition of the houses at the end of that road on the canal side. thank you VERY much. to you and all others who have helped so much

[Alpine]

We own a first floor condo at Royal Palm that was completely destroyed during Hurricane Floyd. We are anxious for any news about Royal Palm, especially on the first floor homes.

Thanks!

[Poppy Fletcher]

[QUOTE=schmitt681]Glad to hear that the airport is open and flights can now come in. Has anyone heard how the BVOA Villa's faired, especially villa 681? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

S

Hi if you hear anything about BVOA please email or call 603 763 4772 17. I talked to David Sands just before the storm but no word since.We hope all is well. We own Villa 515. Thanks Terry tfletcher@fletcherltd.com

[Poppy Fletcher]

[Has anyone been through the Beach Villas? Has anyone seen David Sands?
If anyone has information specifically on villas #529, #563, #665 & #571 we would appreciate your feedback. Glad it sounds as if there are no injuries other than severly frayed nerves. Bless everyone helping pass on info.
Thanks, Michele
If you hear anything about BVOA please email or call 603 763 4772 17. We own villa 515. We talked to David just before the storm but have no word since. We hope all is well Terry Fletcher tfletcher@fletcherltd.com Thanks

[whirlwind]

Does anyone know how Mango House (on the leeward beach side) at the corner of Treasure Cay Road and Windward Rd is? It belongs to Alex and Helen von Svoboda (used to be Bill Hertz' old house) and is beside the Lister's. It's one of the older homes and it had some damage last time from Floyd so we're concerned. Haven't heard about any of the houses in that area so any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!

[Milt]

If anyone has info on the Beach Villas on TC, I would appreciate hearing.
Thanks, Milt

[dockbill2]

I am trying to get in topuch with Bill and Margaret Carey, they are family, and nobody has been able to get in touch with them yet, Bill had the Canvas Shop by Treasure Cay Marina, last we had heard they were leaving their home and going to a clinic. We had heard that one clinic had been heavily damaged. If anybody finds out any thing, you can post a message or email me at dockbill2@aol.com thanks

[us2]

Dave from Banyan Beach will be in Treasure Cay on Wednesday. Please send any requests for info in reply form to this post and we will do our best to get all info out of Treasure Cay.

Power and water are questionable at the moment, but if you need anything please reply to this message and we will do what we can.

Zack - Dave From Banyan Beach's Friend...

Hi Zack and Dave,
thanks so much for your offer! We own a house at Brigantine Beach, the one at the very end of Brigantine road, the first on the right hand side to the old hotel, facing the ocean. If there is any possibility to let us know about it? We are in Germany and have no chance to come and help all of you, but we are with you with our prayers.
Thanks so much for your help!!
Tania & family

[Windadct]

Hello All:

I have received a relayed HAM messages from my mom, Colette from Elisium, Ocean Blvd, TCB.

If someone is able to let her know that we received the message (all is OK) it would be appreciated.

Thanks
Paul Moore

[whirlwind]

Dave from Banyan Beach will be in Treasure Cay on Wednesday. Please send any requests for info in reply form to this post and we will do our best to get all info out of Treasure Cay.

Power and water are questionable at the moment, but if you need anything please reply to this message and we will do what we can.

Zack - Dave From Banyan Beach's Friend...
Zack and Dave,
Please if you can, check out Mango House in TC (on the leeward beach side) at the corner of Treasure Cay Road and Windward Rd. It belongs to Alex and Helen von Svoboda (used to be Bill Hertz' old house) and is beside the Lister's. It's one of the older homes and it had some damage last time from Floyd so we're concerned. Haven't heard about any of the houses in that area so any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for your offer! You can also email me here with info: tbull@transpluscorp.com

[beakpat]

Hello everybody, since we are most concerned about the impacts of Frances to the people and our property near the point at windward beach road - e&b«s sunrise - we would appreciate news about the situation out there. Could anybody give us some information about Mrs. Uta Rolle and her family in Cooperstown. If somebody meets her please be so kind to tell her she should try to reach Egon and Beate as soon as possible. I really admire this board and the spirit of it«s users. A special thanks to ulitong: ziemlich gut Andrea, GrŸ§e an Hank.

[Smiths at Royal Palm]

We own 2311 at Royal Palm. Our caretaker just called from our unit(!) to tell us that it is in good shape. Some water intrusion around window frames and doors, but not more than could be mopped up. She said that the roofs on our building are intact, but that there apparently has been some damage to the RP buildings adjacent the office. She also has heard that Atlantis suffered quite a bit of damage. Our yards are littered with their shingles. Why our phone works but others do not is a mystery, but welcome news.

Smiths at Royal Palm

[kristibella]

My father just got off the phone with someone who lives in Treasure cay. He went by our house (the big lavendar house being built on Spanish Close Circle) and said that it had very little damage, a window broke in the garage. He also went by other houses in that area (near lister's house, the point, the yellow house etc.) all seem to be ok, very little damage. a shutter blown off here or there, but he couldn't see anything severe. Hope this brings some comfort and peace of mind.

Kristin

[TC regular]

how is anyone getting through to people in TC? i keep trying and its not working :( Let me know please!!!

[kristibella]

My dad just got off the phone with his friend who is in Treasure cay.

Mr. J Robins house on the point is ok, no damage

There seems to be no ocean water damage to any of the houses on the point or leeward. Possible that there is some rain water damage but that is hard to determine since you can't tell that from the outside. But there is no major visible damage to those houses in that area.

365 numbers are work but cell phones are not. Treasure cay is without power, however there are areas off the main road that do have power, no idea when power is comming back.

[wmazeine]

Just got off the phone with David Sands, Mgr of BVOA. Bottom line is that the Treasure Cay Villas generally came thru with minor surface damage -- shingles, shutters, vents, etc. But -- David said the damage to flora and fauna was much worse than Floyd. Serious beach erosion, sand blown all the way to the main road, lots of trees down, in short a "war zone". Power, telephone, water still off or spotty. There is an enormous clean up task ahead. He generally was very positive about the villas.

[SeaClusion]

I just received a message from my dad in Treasure Cay. He flew into Treasure Cay and was able to drive from airport to Windward beach. Some trees down but not as bad as Floyd was. He reports minimal damage to houses at the point. Maybe some singles missing. However if you have too many shingles missing you could have water damage inside that he can't see. Windward beach houses looked fine. No surge damage in houses. Mostly shingles missing. Most garages on Windward were flooded from rain water as was his garage at SeaClusion.

I don't have a way to contact him. But he wanted me to forward information for the following owners we didnt have contact numbers for:

Trident house at point: Only shingles missing
Seaductress: nick and Sue:shingle damage and dock damage
Jane Shore toward end of windward beach: House OK

[TheWoodFamily]

We are relieved that all in TC are safe and accounted for! We would appreciate any information on our home at 4 Brigantine Road....coral colored, single story house with red tile roof, circular driveway, vacant lots on either side. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

[cynthiaf]

Hey Karen,
Our friends flew in to Treasure today, said things don't look so bad. Our Friends Lynn and Chase stayed at your beach villa and Harriet's villa last easter. She went by there said it looks perfect from the outside, however can't see in, compleatly boarded up. Harriets, the same with 2 inches of sand on porch. Lynn and Chase have a working sat phone. Any questions you can e mail cynthia@altairtravel.com. That's good news !!





Hi Andrea,
It's Karen and I am in constant contact with Uli. She desperately needs to get some communication with Ivan, can you please try and arrange that via Hanks phone. Because we, the beach villa owners are completely in the dark. Absolutely no info on the condition of our villas amd Uli is in a place where she can bring down supplies and so can I, but we need to know the status. Uli would like to help you make a reservation from Miami to TC if you need her to do so, just respond to this message amd I will let her know or you can E-mail Uli or me at KUF921@aol.com. Give Hank, Ivan, Florence etc etc our love and let everyone know we are able and willing to help as soon as we are able to get communications up and going.

[cynthiaf]

People were cleaning there today. No inside damage, however may need some roof repair and yard clean up.





If Anybody Has Seen The Condition Of Castle Rock Which Is 5 Houses Down On The Left From The Start Of Windward Beach Rd., I Would Appreciate A Report. Also, My Boat "spirit" A 37 Ft. Sailboat On Brigantine Bay Was On A Mooring Off Of Brigantine Bay Villas. Any Reports? Thanks Jerry

[bobby]

Trying desperately to get to Abaco to help my Dad with clean up. Frances took half his roof off. Have a ticket with U.S Air but they keep cancelling because they only fly into MH. Does anyone know of any charters flying into TC tomorrow with available space.

[LeeR]

Would like to share a taxi from Marsh Harbour airport to Treasure Cay tomorrow at 2:10pm. Please contact direct. lrike@bahamagetaway.com

[cynthiaf]

Lynn just called on the sat phone, she would be happy to check out some specific homes for anyone interrested. She recommends bringing lot of HEAVY DUTY Garbage Bags for cleaning up debris, they have already gone through 60 bags. Lots of people out working and cleaning up. Power lines down all over TC Blvd and Windward Beach rd. Spinnaker was open last night. Most homes around golf course have power and water, and so does the TCB Hotel. Most homes with electric have phones, still no cell phones. If you want Lynn to check something you can e mail cynthia@altairtravel.com

[Emkarolyyi]

Bobby

It is me again, Emily karolyi. Call Calypso Air Charters. Just search for Calypso air online and there is an 800 number. I know they have had two flights to Abaco today....the first one landed in an uncertain location and the second one left around noon or so and landed (according to Calypso) in Marsh Harbour. You need to get to the terminal (not at main Lauderdale airport). Also try Yellow Air tAXI.

[BBVTree]

i know that vintage (www.vpj.com (http://www.vpj.com)) is flying to treasure and they have scheduled and charter flights.

[Jay]

Should visitors postpone their trips for a couple of weeks so the residents can concentrate on getting things in order? When will it be known whether it is safe for visitors to rent boats and cruise around?

I think it would be helpful so we would know whether to make arrangements and come when it would be beneficial for all. For example, we are to come Sept. 25th. Should we wait for a month or two?

I know it will be different for each island, so maybe this should be posted in the general area, or to each island's area.


Many thanks and our thoughts are with you.

[pam]

We have an upstairs unit at Royal Palm (2092) and I have heard of no major damage, no sure of the dock areas.

Pam

[kuf]

Trying desperately to get to Abaco to help my Dad with clean up. Frances took half his roof off. Have a ticket with U.S Air but they keep cancelling because they only fly into MH. Does anyone know of any charters flying into TC tomorrow with available space.Bobby,
It's Karen, Where can I call you and I will try and help you out and your Dad of course. Spoke to Felix today he called from West Palm and is flying stuff over. Where are you?

[sierralima]

Any news from BEC on when power may be restored at Treasure Cay?

[ulitong]

I flew into TC yesterday afternoon on Bahamasair via Miami. The airport in MH is still closed for commercial airlines. The phones are back on, even the cell phones are working again. Read on the board that some people who had asked me to get info on their property have already gotten it, so I won"t be calling again. Still no power and water, in some areas it looks like it might be quite a while (e.g. windward beach, brigantine, atlantis) What"s really needed are generators and electrical cords.

[John]

Any news on condition of Suncrest Trearsure Villas on TC? Thanks.

[skymaster]

TC Status 09/PM

Spoke to person from TC this afternoon.
> Airport live and well at TC..
>most phones restored INCLUDING CELL phones in TC as of this AM.
> Very little activity restoring electricity. Fuel avail for generators. Only power avail is from private generators. BEC people rather scarce.. probably working on MH.
> no power at Sandbanks or Joe's Creek.
> lots of downed trees and fawna damage.
>roads okay.
> Brigantine road in good shape.
>no news on Marina or boats.

fyi

Bob

[TC regular]

How come i cant reach my friend in treasure cay on their cell phone still??
either i get a beeping noise or i get someone saying that the client either has their cell phone off or is out of range...what is going on?

[skymaster]

Tcreg

I reached my party via cell. I can only assume the cell phone is not charged due to lack of power or it is turned off assuming there is no service. I have spoken to my party on two different occasions and have been able to get through to others via the regular phone line.

fyi

bob

[TC regular]

i know that they use a phone card for their cell like a pay as you go..if it beeps really fast does that mean the phone card is empty perhaps? sorry for sounding so ignorant but i really want to make sure that they are ok.

[wolcottn]

We talked to Lucy Symonette last night - their house was destroyed and they are currently in a shelter. She said damage to Ocean Villas was minimal - #908 had ceiling damage, but ours (901) had only minimal leaking. Lots of trees down and shingles blown off everywhere but she said it wasn't as bad as Floyd.

[BBVTree]

i know that they use a phone card for their cell like a pay as you go..if it beeps really fast does that mean the phone card is empty perhaps? sorry for sounding so ignorant but i really want to make sure that they are ok.who are you looking for? i have made phone and cell contact all day. maybe someone could go check for you or get a message to them to go to a phone and call you. my dads cell phone can call someone on the island but can not call out but i can call in... he has cingular with an atlanta area code. his regular tcb phone is out but he went to someone elses home and called us until we figured out his cell situation.

[TERRILEE]

Hello, does anyone know if the power and lights are on in Mariners Cove. I own 1202-1203. Also, I want to know if Bill Hertz is ok. Thanks. I will be coming down on the 21st if anyone needs anything let me know