ODPEM says 15 people missing; rainfall projected for northern, southwestern parishes could affect relief efforts

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

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Jamaica’s death toll from Hurricane Melissa now at 45; St. Elizabeth records 18, the highest

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

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Santa Cruz farmers urged to attend Pop-Up Livestock Clinic at RADA office in St. Elizabeth

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

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Do not video for clicks – FWCF calls for sensitivity when sharing images/videos of minors during hurricane recovery

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

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JACRA launches taskforce to address Hurricane Melissa damage and recovery

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

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Police intercept vehicle transporting cattle carcasses in Manchester; citizens urged to be cautious when consuming meat

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

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Tributes pour in for late Consul General Alsion Roach Wilson

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

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Jamaicans urged to donate/volunteer to assist Hurricane Melissa relief and recovery efforts

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

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There is growing concern that St. Catherine residents severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa may not receive assistance any time soon

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

Read More

Health & Wellness Ministry appealing to citizens to maintain good order across Jamaica to prevent incidents that may add stress to sector

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is working with the police to verify reports of missing persons following Hurricane Melissa.

Speaking at Jamaica House this morning, ODPEM’s Director General, Commander Alvin Gayle said 15 people have been reported missing.

Commander Gayle also noted that there are two communities in Westmoreland and St. James which are marooned.

He said relief supplies were airdropped to the communities yesterday.

Meanwhile, Commander Gayle is advising that rainfall is projected to impact northern parishes starting this afternoon which may affect relief efforts.

Southwestern parishes may also be affected.

Read More