Strong wind and waves batter the coast of Bermuda as Hurricane Paulette moves towards the country on Sunday evening (September 13).<br /><br />Residents were urged to prepare for the powerful storm amid fears of damage and flooding in the region.<br /><br />The U.S. National Hurricane Center warned that the biggest threats were strong winds, storm surges, up to 15cm (6 inches) of rain and life-threatening surf and rip currents.<br /><br />Bermuda officials closed the country's LF Wade International Airport and state government buildings were closed on Monday and Tuesday.
