Earl’s aftermath: Great Cruz Bay
A long-time St. Johnian hopes we’ll mention St. John’s community spirit in sharing with you the storm’s aftermath.
“The media has a way of painting a picture that they think will sell, and people working together and getting things done doesn’t sell,” he wrote. “Don’t overlook all the people cleaning streets, clearing brush and moving fallen trees. The island will look fine in a week and is functioning now.”
Great Cruz Bay had a beach full of boats in the wake of Hurricane Earl. This video, from Capt. John, was shot Tuesday morning.
A look at Chocolate Hole tomorrow, and its beach is just as full of boats.
September 1st, 2010 04:15
Thanks for the video. Hope all the boat owners are able to get their “babies” back in the water soon.
September 1st, 2010 08:49
terrible. Is Capt. John’s boat ok? haven’t heard anything on that. sure hope so!
September 1st, 2010 10:31
Yes- Palma Bella is fine! Heard John post that on FB I think.
September 1st, 2010 14:09
Was that rustys trimaran?
September 1st, 2010 16:20
Not Rusty’s, he went to hurricane hole.
September 1st, 2010 18:45
Any video of Chocolate Hole? We had a Choey Lee ketch out there…just wondering if the person on her took her to H. Hole or if she washed up…thanks
September 2nd, 2010 05:23
Hi Sharon, The bay is empty and It’s not on the beach, however there are sections of a boat on the beach that may be it.
September 2nd, 2010 10:43
One thing I have learned about all Virgin Islanders, over the years, is the great community spirit and how everyone pitches in. Forget the media, they are never satisfied with reporting anything good, wholesome or nice.