In October 2025 , a devastating hurricane by the name of Melissa impacted Jamaica leaving the citizens of the country in disbelief . Many hopes were shattered when the category 5 hurricane made a sharp right turn to crash into the countries western coast .
Melissa made landfall in the country causing loss of life , infrastructure damage and loss of livestock and crops .
About 45 lives were lost during this devastation . Many communities were left without light ,water and structural damage which increased the chance of health and safety issues .At least one person was confirmed to have been infected by leptospirosis . there was also reports of other illnesses .
Scientists have stated the hurricane to be the most strongest and deadliest natural disaster to have impacted the island . The total damage was about 30 percent of the countries yearly GDP .
Road to recovery began the instant the Hurricane left the island . Many Entertainers were the first to respond with aid in the form of labour ,money , building material and care packages . These include names such as American singer and movie star Tyrese and danchall acts like Vybz Kartel , Masicka , Alkaline , Popcaan , Spice , Shenseea Silkboss and many more .
Goods Donated by Shenseea below
The recovery is moving along as many persons are still without a home ,electricity and water . it is reported that donations supplied to the government are being used wisely in the build back effort as citizens continue to ask about the proper use of funds for the damage that is still evident .
Jamaica is still counting its blessings as the hurricane only impacted a part of the island and it could have been worse .
We remember hurricane Melissa as we stay alert during this hurricane season .
