Hurricane Melissa Relief in Portland Parish
Portland Parish on Jamaica's northeast coast experienced catastrophic rainfall, landslides, and flooding. Many communities remain isolated weeks after Hurricane Melissa.
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Communities We Serve in Portland
The Melissa Relief Fund is actively providing emergency aid to families across Portland Parish, including:
Hurricane Impact in Portland
Damage Assessment
- •Record rainfall causing massive landslides
- •Many communities cut off from aid
- •Rio Grande flooding destroyed homes
- •Blue Mountain coffee region devastated
Current Challenges
- •Landslides blocking all major roads
- •No cell service in affected areas
- •Helicopter-only access to some communities
- •Freshwater sources contaminated
Critical Needs in Portland
Families in Portland Parish urgently need the following assistance:
Our Relief Priorities for Portland
How We're Helping
The Melissa Relief Fund is focusing our Portland Parish relief efforts on these critical areas:
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Starlink satellite communication critical
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Helicopter medical evacuations
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Water purification systems urgent
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Non-perishable food supplies
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Emergency shelter materials
How You Can Help Portland Families
Make a Donation
Donate directly to Portland relief efforts. 100% of your donation provides emergency aid to families in this parish.
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Purchase specific items like solar panels, Starlink kits, food, water, and shelter supplies for Portland families.
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Learn MoreNeed Help in Portland?
If you or someone you know in Portland Parish needs hurricane relief assistance, we're here to help. Our local partners are working across Port Antonio, Buff Bay, Boston Bay, Hope Bay, and all surrounding communities.
Duty-Free Relief for Portland
The Government of Jamaica has extended the duty-free program through December 2025, making it more affordable to import essential supplies including Starlink satellite internet and solar power equipment to Portland Parish.
Learn About Duty-Free Relief