Westwood High School in Trelawny is one of the institutions that suffered major damage during the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

According to President of the Westwood Old Girls’ Association (WOGA), Margery Campbell, the auditorium, classrooms, main administrative block and boarding facilities were damaged severely .

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Though schools have begun to reopen, educators and administrators are reportedly grappling with trauma in the wake of Hurricane Melissa.Several schools, especially in Kingston and St. Andrew opened today, with principals meeting with staff members.Assessments are being conducted.

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Help is on the way for farming communities in the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.This as non-profit group, United Way Jamaica launches the Restoration and Rehabilitation Fund, pledging an initial 1.5 million Jamaican dollars to bring support and long-term recovery to farmers.

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Members of the Police's Agricultural Protection Branch (APB) have been deployed alongside other lawmen in several areas deemed bandit hotspots in western Jamaica.Hurricane Melissa, which passed over the island on Tuesday, claimed at least 28 lives and tore off roofs or flattened homes.

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The hurricane wreaked havoc on medical facilities in a number of parishes.Dr Tufton explains that plans are being made to have those professionals relocated but issues such as accommodation are being finalised.

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Member of Parliament for eastern Westmoreland Dr. Dayton Campbell, is appealing for help for residents, following the passage of Hurricane Melissa.He stated that the entire constituency was devastated by the hurricane, which made landfall in New Hope in White House.

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JTA President Mark Malabver says the decision comes at a time when many teachers, students and their families are grappling with trauma, loss and uncertainty, following the devastating impact of the hurricane.

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Telecommunications Minister, Daryl Vaz made the disclosure following a meeting with the Police Commissioner and the head of disaster response at Star Link.

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Speaking during a press briefing yesterday, the Health Minister said the ministry has received reports of bodies in a number of communities and has been working with the Jamaica Defence Force to access them.

He assured the nation that the ministry is working to get to the bodies of humans and animals to prevent diseases.

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The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) has mobilized relief efforts to support members and contribute to nationwide aid, following the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

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