Hurricane Melissa Relief in Westmoreland Parish
Westmoreland Parish suffered catastrophic damage from Hurricane Melissa, with coastal flooding, agricultural devastation, and widespread infrastructure collapse affecting thousands of families.
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Communities We Serve in Westmoreland
The Melissa Relief Fund is actively providing emergency aid to families across Westmoreland Parish, including:
Hurricane Impact in Westmoreland
Damage Assessment
- •Hardest-hit parish by Hurricane Melissa eyewall
- •Major agricultural losses in sugar cane and fishing industries
- •Coastal communities completely flooded
- •Infrastructure damage to Savanna-la-Mar port
Current Challenges
- •Many communities remain without electricity weeks after storm
- •Coastal flooding destroyed fishing boats and equipment
- •Roads washed out isolating rural communities
- •Freshwater contamination from storm surge
Critical Needs in Westmoreland
Families in Westmoreland Parish urgently need the following assistance:
Our Relief Priorities for Westmoreland
How We're Helping
The Melissa Relief Fund is focusing our Westmoreland Parish relief efforts on these critical areas:
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Solar power systems for off-grid electricity
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Starlink satellite internet for emergency communication
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Water purification equipment
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Temporary shelter and roofing materials
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Food and medical supplies
How You Can Help Westmoreland Families
Make a Donation
Donate directly to Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland families.
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Learn MoreNeed Help in Westmoreland?
If you or someone you know in Westmoreland Parish needs hurricane relief assistance, we're here to help. Our local partners are working across Savanna-la-Mar, Negril, Little London, Bethel Town, and all surrounding communities.
Duty-Free Relief for Westmoreland
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 Westmoreland Parish.
Learn About Duty-Free Relief