Hurricane Melissa afterath in Jamaica
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- Nov 12, 2025
Jamaica Mourns Rising Death Toll After Hurricane Melissa: PM Andrew Holness Calls for Urgent Help
Jamaica is reeling in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, a powerful and destructive storm that left widespread devastation across the island. As emergency crews continue rescue and recovery operations, the death toll in Jamaica continues to rise, highlighting the storm’s catastrophic impact on communities from Kingston to Montego Bay.
According to local authorities, dozens of lives have been lost, and many more remain missing as search teams navigate flooded roads, collapsed buildings, and landslides triggered by days of torrential rain. Prime Minister Andrew Holness expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and emphasized the government’s commitment to bringing relief and stability to affected families.
“This is one of the most tragic natural disasters our nation has faced in recent years,” Holness stated during a press briefing. “The government is fully mobilized, and we are calling for both national and international help for Jamaica as we work to rebuild homes, restore infrastructure, and provide support to those in need.”
Hurricane Melissa made landfall as a Category 5 hurricane, battering Jamaica with winds exceeding 160 miles per hour. Entire communities have been cut off, power grids damaged, and communication lines severed. Relief agencies, including the Jamaica Defence Force and the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), are working tirelessly to deliver food, medical supplies, and emergency shelter.
Residents across the island have shown remarkable resilience, with volunteers and local organizations stepping up to offer food, water, and clothing to displaced families. The government has urged the public to continue their hurricane help efforts, whether through donations, volunteer work, or spreading verified information to assist emergency teams.
International partners have also pledged help for Jamaica, with aid shipments already en route from neighboring Caribbean nations and global humanitarian groups. These contributions are critical as the island begins the long road to recovery.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness reiterated that rebuilding Jamaica will require unity and sustained global support: “We are a strong and resilient people. Though the pain is great, together we will recover and rebuild a better Jamaica.”
As the nation grieves the victims of Hurricane Melissa, the call for compassion, action, and solidarity grows louder. Every donation, every volunteer, and every act of kindness brings hope to those who have lost everything. Jamaica’s spirit remains unbroken, and with collective hurricane help, the island will rise again.
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