Topic: Melissa
Cruise companies pledge US$3M to help storm-torn Jamaica
Three of the world’s largest cruise companies have pledged US$3 million to help Jamaica rebuild after the devastation of Hurricane Melissa.
Cost of Hurricane Melissa estimated at US$6-7 billion, says PM
Hurricane Melissa caused US$6-US$7 billion of damage to Jamaica, said Jamaica’s prime minister Andrew Holness, equivalent to around 28-32 per cent of the national GDP.
Jamaica embarks on a national cleanup campaign after hurricane
The Jamaican government has announced a national campaign to clean up the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa across western and central Jamaica.
Aid reaches remote parts of Jamaica but fears rise over waterborne diseases
Crucial supplies are being distributed across Jamaica with aid finally reaching the worst-affected areas several days after Hurricane Melissa devastated large parts of the island.
Cruise ships bypass Grand Cayman to avoid Hurricane Melissa
Several cruise ships have diverted away from Grand Cayman due to Hurricane Melissa, leaving several thousand visitors unable to set foot on island.
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Hospitality industry keeps a close eye on Tropical Storm Melissa
The hospitality industry is adopting a "wait and see" state of readiness until the path of Melissa becomes clearer, with decisions expected to be taken over the weekend if the forecast worsens.
