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dntw8up
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Apparently Irene was more of a problem in some place than in others;

"BBC NEWS 22 August 2011 Last updated at 14:28 ET British actress Kate Winslet was among those staying on Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands when a tropical storm broke out and lightning hit the house, said Sir Richard. The Virgin Group boss, who was staying at a nearby property, said the fire had "completely destroyed" the building. The blaze is not yet completely out..."

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14616123


 
Posted : August 22, 2011 8:14 pm
rotorhead
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More here.

http://www.virgin.com/richard-branson/blog/fire-on-necker-island


 
Posted : August 22, 2011 9:01 pm

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