Jamaica News

The Beechcraft King Air turboprop took off around 10:14 a.m. but crashed minutes later, narrowly missing nearby homes.

The ministry issued a public response after the issue gained significant attention following Banton’s comments during an Instagram Live session.

After finding shelter in a Jamaican town, he was reunited with his family, bringing them immense relief.

Bahamasair announced it will suspend direct flights from Nassau to Montego Bay due to the impact of Hurricane Melissa.

St. Elizabeth’s field hospital treated 50 patients in 24 hours as mobile clinics expand across affected parishes.

Relief teams have distributed over 36,000 food packages, with 184 shelters still housing 2,487 displaced people.

The facility includes a surgical operating room, intensive care unit (ICU), obstetric ward for maternal care, and an emergency room (ER).

Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew said the donation reflects St Kitts and Nevis’ solidarity with Jamaica as it recovers from the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.

Around 19 people, including one pregnant teen, have lost their lives, and several others remain missing in different communities due to Category 5 natural disaster.

She was at her two-bedroom wooden house in Waterworks, Petersfield, which collapsed during Hurricane Melissa, killing her along with other 18 people in Jamaica.

Motorists had to wait for long hours as they made their way home after purchasing fuel.

The suspension of the services has also been announced considering the damage experienced by these hotels in Jamaica.

Founded in 1882, the school has suffered severe damage to its auditorium, dining hall, hillside classrooms and Woodland Building, which houses part of its boarding facilities.

PM Andrew Holness confirmed that 72% of Jamaica is without power following extensive damage from Hurricane Melissa.

While everyone tries to stand up from the damage, the experience has been left as a trauma for the young generation which they will remember for the years to come.

Caribbean Airlines confirmed the resumption of flights after receiving notice from PAC Kingston Airport Limited that Norman Manley International Airport is now open for commercial traffic.

Jamaica has reported around 8 deaths from Hurricane Melissa, including 2 in St Elizabeth, 2 in Black River, and 1 each in St Catherine, Galleon Beach, and Hanover.

Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie reported that the situation in St. Elizabeth is worsening, with several families trapped in their homes as rescue teams work to evacuate them to safety.

The death toll from Hurricane Melissa has risen to 13 across the Caribbean, with one child still missing amid the chaos.

Original on-ground reporting and expert analysis on why Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica beyond past storms like Gilbert and Ivan.