DRM Authority

We’re proud to build a safer Bahamas through collaboration. Today, we welcomed a key partner to the National Disaster Emergency Operations Center: General Andrew Chevalier of the Rhode Island National Guard. drm.gov.bs/drm-news/3901/

Mothers: our first and best disaster managers. From anticipating risks to keeping us safe and prepared, you lead with strength, wisdom, and care every single day. Thank you for protecting us and guiding us through every storm, today and always. Happy Mother's Day

We are less than one month away from the beginning of hurricane season. Make sure that you have what you need before it's too late. Is there something in your hurricane kit you can't go without? Let us know in the comments. Go to getready.gov.bs for more tips.

Did you know that May is Disaster Preparedness Month? We are sharing tips all month long to help keep you and your family safe as hurricane season approaches. To learn more, go to getready.gov.bs.

May is a crucial month! Our Managing Director, Aarone Sargent, has an important message for you. Don’t miss it! For hurricane safety tips and to learn more about how you can get involved, go to getready.gov.bs. Stay ready, so you don't have to get ready!

We welcomed a visit from Brian "Mr. Weatherman Shields yesterday. Here's how were changing the conversation around weather and disaster preparedness: drm.gov.bs/drm-news/3851/

DRM Authority Managing Director Aarone Sargent spoke to insurance and real estate industry leaders yesterday at the Bahamas Nexus event, hosted by Colina General Insurance Agency drm.gov.bs/drm-news/3845/

Yesterday was Earth Day! The theme for 2026 is "Our Power, Our Planet". Here is an Earth Day message from DRM Youth Ambassador Kianna Rolle.

Yesterday was Earth Day! The theme for 2026 is "Our Power, Our Planet", encouraging sustainable energy sources to safeguard our land, air, and water. was

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is almost here. Learn how to prepare by visiting getready.gov.bs.

Did you know there are 21 names designated for each hurricane season? In the rare event that all the names are used, names are pulled from a supplemental list.

Have a happy, safe, Easter Holiday Weekend!

Yesterday, Managing Director Aarone Sargent participated in a great one at the US Embassy, sharing lessons learned from Hurricane Melissa and our "whole of community" approach to disaster preparedness during a US State Department Overseas Advisory Council Meeting.

Minister the Hon. Leon Lundy led a DRM Authority delegation for meetings with Rhode Island National Guard leadership, continuing a two-decade-long partnership. drm.gov.bs/drm-news/3771/

Minister the Hon. Leon Lundy recently led a DRM Authority leadership delegation for a visit to the National Hurricane Center in Coral Gables, Florida. drm.gov.bs/drm-news/3766/

Our organisation is thankful for the hard work and dedication of the women of the DRM Authority. We also celebrate the accomplishments of women across the globe. #GiveToGain #InternationalWomensDay #DRMBahamas

The DRM Authority was honoured with Special Recognition from @SpatialVision during its 28th Anniversary (Feb 2026). Presented by Natalie Dobbs & Hopeton Ferguson, the award recognises our work advancing the Geospatial Industry in The Bahamas and Caribbean.

The DRM recently held our Regional Disaster Readiness Exercises in Eleuthera. Here's how we're working to keep all Bahamians safe.

The DRM recently took its mandate to keep all Bahamians safe to the family islands, conducting a workshop with officials in Eleuthera. drm.gov.bs/press-release/…

No flowers? No problem. Keep your loved ones safe by doing your early prep for hurricane season.