Haiti & Andrew Holness

Haiti: Haiti experienced catastrophic flooding and at least 25 deaths due to Hurricane Melissa, with 18 others missing. Over 11,600 people are sheltered, and many homes were damaged or destroyed, particularly in Petit-Goâve.

Andrew Holness: Andrew Holness, the Prime Minister of Jamaica, is overseeing the damage assessment and recovery efforts in Jamaica, pledging a 'credible and strong' recovery strategy.

Haiti: Haiti experienced flooding caused by Hurricane Melissa, resulting in at least 25 deaths, including 10 children.

Andrew Holness: Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica, acknowledged the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa and expressed commitment to rebuilding the country, while also expecting some loss of life.

Haiti: Haiti has already experienced deaths, injuries, and significant damage to homes and crops due to Hurricane Melissa. The storm is expected to continue dumping torrential rain, exacerbating a pre-existing hunger crisis.

Andrew Holness: Andrew Holness, the Prime Minister of Jamaica, urged Jamaicans to take the hurricane threat seriously and take protective measures.

Haiti: Haiti experienced the effects of Hurricane Melissa, with a tropical storm warning in effect and three deaths attributed to the storm.

Andrew Holness: Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica, acknowledged the catastrophic nature of Hurricane Melissa and the challenges in recovery, emphasizing that no infrastructure could withstand a Category 5 storm.