The Ministry says the figures being shared relate to relief grants that were provided to households affected by hurricane Beryl in 2024, and do not apply to the current situation. The Government says it remains firmly committed to assisting all citizens affected by hurricane Melissa, and has started to conduct household damage assessments.

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He said 46 per cent of Digicel mobile sites have been restored.

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Schools were closed ahead of hurricane Melissa's arrival last Tuesday. The category 5 system left many sections of the island in ruins, and damaged infrastructure including schools. The Education Minister had indicated that schools which are able to, should resume classes today.

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Speaking at a press briefing this afternoon, JPS President and Chief Executive Officer Hugh Grant said just under 50 per cent of customers remain without power.

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Speaking at press briefing this afternoon, Water Minister Matthew Samuda said the Commission's largest systems have been brought back into operation.

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Speaking earlier today at a People's National Party (PNP) press briefing Mr. Golding said while the opposition has made suggestions and pointed out weaknesses, following the passage of hurricane Melissa, it does not aim to criticize the Government.

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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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