Roofs on homes in Bermuda are unique because it is how we obtain our fresh water. Bermuda roofs are built with limestone slate and a stone gutter near the edge of the roof to catch the water down the pipe into our tank. I chose this photo because it represents people living safely which makes me appreciate where we live. I learned in history class that many years ago people had to gather cedar wood and palm leaves to build shelter.

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