Aaron Sargent
Aaron Sargent is the managing director of the Disaster Risk Management Authority in the Bahamas, where he plays a crucial role in overseeing the country's emergency management efforts, particularly in preparation for hurricane seasons. Recently, he has been actively involved in the development and inspection of hurricane shelters, including the long-delayed Marsh Harbour facility in Abaco, which is designed to withstand severe weather conditions and enhance community safety.
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Disaster Risk Management Authority Director Aaron Sargent said five aircraft will depart New Providence beginning at 5am today.
1,400 people evacuated from hurricane’s path
Bahamas· 2025-10-28
Director of the Disaster Risk Management Authority Aaron Sargent outlined the agency’s ongoing efforts.
Govt considering storm evacuation | The TribuneBahamas· 2025-10-27
Disaster Risk Management Authority Managing Director Aaron Sargent confirmed that administrators had been equipped with new satellite phones.
Tropical Storm Warning issued as AL94 strengthensBahamas· 2025-09-27
Aaron Sargent, DRMA’s managing director, said the drill reflected a broader shift in how the agency will manage national emergencies under new legislation.
Hurricane simulation shows areas to improveBahamas· 2025-06-23
Aaron Sargent, Managing Director of the Disaster Risk Management Authority, is urging greater regional cooperation to avoid overdependence on foreign forecasting support.
‘Regional cooperation important after US cut NOAA and USAID budgets’Bahamas· 2025-03-24Aaron Sargent, managing director of the Disaster Risk Management Authority, stated that the shelter in Marsh Harbour is now back on track.
Abaco shelter ‘on track’ as officials preparing for hurricane seasonBahamas· 2025-03-24