This is reported by NBC with reference to the representative of the Prime Minister of the Bahamas, Hubert Minnis.

"The number of confirmed deaths due to Hurricane Dorian increased to 43 on Friday, and this figure is expected to increase significantly as emergency services continue to work in the destroyed Bahamas," the report said.

Previously reported 30 dead.

A flood occurred on the islands due to a hurricane. A large number of houses were flooded.

It is noted that "Dorian" tore off the roofs of houses and turned cars.