Authorities call for full investigation after Hurricane Melissa floods St. James communities

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

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Health Ministry representatives and JMDA meeting over poor state of health-care system in western and southern regions following Hurricane Melissa

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

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UHWI spearheads post-Hurricane Melissa impact missions across the island

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

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Westwood High School suffers major damage from Hurricane Melissa

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

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Nation’s leaders call for resilience, unity and a return to core values on Heroes Day

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

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More than 140 Jamaicans receive national awards for service to the country

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

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CAPRI expresses concern that Jamaica’s plastic ban is not being adequately enforced

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

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Government moving to crack down on individuals who pose as homeless to conceal drug activity

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

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UPDATE: Police locate 14 y/o mother and her 10-month-old daughter in Manchester

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

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High alert issued for missing 14 y/o mother and 10-month-old baby in St. Elizabeth

Authorities and community leaders are calling for a full investigation, after Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding across several St. James communities, leaving homes and businesses submerged and residents displaced.

The affected areas include Catherine hall, West Green, Irwin and the Lagoon District.

Chairman of the Community Organization for Management and Sustainable Development, Dave Allen, alleged that a major breach has occurred, which could have long-term effects on property values.

He explained that residents may relocate due to fear of future flooding.

Mr. Allen believes the situation was worsened by construction activities in the area. 

He is urging the authorities to launch a transparent probe into construction practices.

Read More