It’s a holiday in The Bahamas! It’s National Heroes Day to be exact. But while the day has been set aside to honour our forefathers who have gone before us, we think the day should be shared with some new heroes who have risen to the occasion over the past few weeks: the men and women who have given of their time, efforts, money, food and clothing to assist our brothers and sisters in the southern Bahamas whose lives have been ruined by Hurricane Joaquin.
Social media played a big role in the relief efforts. Photos of plane and boat loads of food, bedding, hygiene and other supplies being flown and shipped out, people on the ground assisting and photos of the mass devastation were enough to spring thousands of Bahamians to action. Relief and care organizations were instantly set up and Bahamians went into serious aquamarine, gold and black mode. The hashtags #saveoursouth #prayersforthebahamas #helpisontheway, kept us all in the know and connected. It was a true display of Bahamian pride that lives deep within us.
So on this National Heroes Day, we salute the entire country for its heroism in the relief efforts that we’re sure will continue for months to come as we rebuild our south.