The Kerosene Keeper [Documentary] The world's last traditional lighthouse keeper & Hurricane Dorian.
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- Опубликовано: 5 окт 2020
- When monster Category 5 Hurricane Dorian struck the Northern Bahamas in early September of 2019, it left in its path hundreds missing and thousands homeless. With nearly every electric pole snapped like a toothpick in some parts of mainland Abaco, the storm "virtually eradicated" the power grid making artificial light nearly non-existent. However, the lighthouse on Elbow Cay in Abaco is special in that it is the home to the last kerosene burning fixture in the world, with its keeper Jeffery and a society (The ERLS) dedicated to keeping it going the way it has for over 150 plus years. When all hope seemed lost, with true Bahamian community grit, a plan to turn the tides was under way in the small settlement of Hope Town that had shouldered the first impact from Dorian--the strongest recorded hurricane to ever hit the island nation. This inspirational documentary will show you the power of community, the strength of resilience, and that "when there is hope-there is always a chance."
If you would like to donate to keeping the light on. Please check out the Society's GoFundMe fundraiser. (Please note: Sip Sip Studios has no affiliation with the Elbow Reef Lighthouse Society and will not receive or benefit from any donations)
www.gofundme.com/f/save-elbow...
If you would like to know more about the incredible work they do, please check out their website:
www.elbowreeflighthousesociet...
This video is for educational purposes only, and is of a completely non-commercial nature. It has never and will never been monetized by its owner and/or creator at any point.
This documentary features the following news clips under fair use and are also credited in the video credits:
Bahamas - Prime Minister Addresses General Debate, 74th Session. 2019. The United Nations.
September 27th 2019. United Nation’s RUclips Channel.
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Bahamas PM says Dorian a hurricane they’ve never seen before in country’s history. 2019.
Global News. September 1st, 2019. Global News RUclips Channel.
• Bahamas PM says Dorian...
Hurricane Dorian slams Bahamas as monster Category 5 storm. 2019. CBS News.
September 1st 2019. CBS News RUclips Channel.
• Hurricane Dorian slams...
Hurricane Dorian tears through parts of the Bahamas. 2019. ABC News.
September 1st 2019. ABC News RUclips Channel.
• Hurricane Dorian tears...
This documentary features the following magazine and print related articles under fair use and are also credited in the film credits:
Last of the Keepers. 2002. Coastal Living Magazine. May - June 2002 Issue, page 34.
High Five Anniversary Special. Article by Jennifer Chappell. Photography by William C. Minarich
Excellent documentary for anyone who has an interest in the Bahamas, hurricane Dorian and or lighthouses!
Brilliant Documentary of a beautiful Lighthouse and Special people. I had the privilege of visiting back in the late 1990's and doing my own bit of videoing with Jeffery's Father, so this was hard to see such devastation of so beautiful a place. So much loss of life as well, my heart goes out to you all. Never has the words " Let your Light so shine", been more apt. Take care.
PS, I was a Lighthouse Keeper.
Great Documentary, GOD had Jeffery off the island for a reason! Thank You....
Phenomenal film! Thank you so much to everyone and to the filmmaker for giving this to the world! Giving hope!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Heading back to Hopetown a few weeks. last I was there was 3 months before Dorian. There has never been a place that I've been that has gotten into my heart more
Hope burns for those who need the Light...
Beautiful ! Shine on
What an amazing story and all the footage is well captured. Great story, and I hope to make it back again one day soon! Made visits in 2016 and 2017 on Jet skies from Pensacola Florida. In 2017 (June) when I was there last, the top portion was being renovating, however, absolutely enjoyed it all the same. Thank you for sharing your love of the Hope Town and your Lighthouse.
Thank you!
bravo! #AbacoStrong #242ToTheWorld
Glad to see such a nicely done update on the icon of Hope Town, where I've had many nice vacations. Praying for you folks in these troubled times. "Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that ye should abound in hope by [the] power of [the] Holy Spirit." Romans 15:13
A job he loves, no finer life.
As the world 🌎, and especially the US are tearing down historic statues , or here in San Diego tearing historic buildings and other faciliting items, such as 1926 street lights. The fact that these buildings still stand is a testament to craftsmanship that will be lost......along with craftmanship skills. The folks featured here are Leaders with a historic passion and or love ❤️. Proactive vs reactive, not just talk