Officials say flash flooding may have swept away homes with people in them in worst-hit areas.
Hundreds of homes and public buildings have been severely damaged with at least 53 people killed.
Six people were injured in the strike on the market selling second-hand records, posters, toys and tools.
The 55.6-metre (182ft) concrete figure is head-and-shoulders above Rio de Jaineiro's Christ the Redeemer.
BARBADOS - Barbados' Crop Over festival continues to drive tourism spending, giving local entrepreneurs and small businesses valuable exposure and increased sales.
BIMINI , BAHAMAS - Marina operators in Bimini say the government's revised boating fees have brought visitors back, boosting marina occupancy and providing a much-needed lift...
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Residents and businesses voiced growing frustration after another round of BPL power outages disrupted western New Providence and Palmdale, adding to concerns about...
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Family, friends, and colleagues celebrated the life and legacy of Independence Day plane crash victim Rashard Storr, remembering him as a gifted musician,...
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - The Bahamas has another medal at the 25th Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - It's one of the most anticipated traditions of Fox Hill Day - the Greasy Pole challenge.
BARBADOS - Since Edwin Yearwood's debut in the entertainment industry, the unique Bajan melodies have evolved into various forms, including Bashment soca.
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Bahamians gathering in Fox Hill this morning for the annual ecumenical service celebrating Emancipation Day.
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - A double shooting on West Bay Street claiming the life of one man and leaving another in hospital.
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Former Works Minister Desmond Bannister joining the voices of those questioning the new liquified natural gas terminal with the hefty price tag of...
