Desmond McKenzie & Haiti

Desmond McKenzie: Desmond McKenzie, deputy chairman of Jamaica's Disaster Risk Management Council, warned residents not to gamble with Hurricane Melissa.

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.

Desmond McKenzie: Desmond McKenzie, deputy chairman of Jamaica's Disaster Risk Management Council, reported extensive damage in Jamaica, including hospitals and widespread power outages, and noted the increase in people seeking shelter.

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

Desmond McKenzie: Desmond McKenzie, deputy chairman of Jamaica's Disaster Risk Management Council, urged residents to seek shelter, warned of extensive damage, and confirmed government readiness for rescues.

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