Leptospirosis is now officially spreading in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, and health officials are on high alert. The Ministry of Health confirmed the outbreak after noticing a sharp rise in cases across several parishes. So far, six suspected deaths have been linked to the disease, and the numbers continue to climb. Health Minister Dr. Christopher […]
The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) is sending a team to Jamaica to help with hurricane recovery. This team will focus on restoring electricity, which is essential for daily life and rebuilding efforts. Led by experienced supervisors, the team includes skilled lineworkers. They will work alongside the Jamaica Public Service to fix power lines and […]
Hurricane Melissa is the strongest storm in the world this year. It rapidly grew into a rare Category 5 hurricane with winds reaching 180 mph. Scientists say storms like this are happening more often as the climate gets warmer. The storm’s outer bands are already hitting Jamaica with strong winds. By early afternoon, the full […]
Hurricane Melissa is now a very strong Category 5 storm. It is moving closer to Jamaica with winds reaching 160 miles per hour. The National Hurricane Center says this storm is dangerous and could cause serious damage. Melissa is expected to hit Jamaica soon. After that, it will move toward Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and […]
Antigua and Barbuda students in Jamaica will stay in a hotel as Tropical Storm Melissa nears. The government arranged for them to stay at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel starting October 25, 2025. This will help keep them safe while the storm passes. Students will share rooms with one other person. They will get free meals […]
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