Jamaica Launches Official Relief Platform in Wake of Hurricane Melissa — Here’s How to Help

Hurricane Melissa passed over the western end of Jamaica on Tuesday, causing widespared devastation. The extent of the damage is not yet known.  Some 530,000 residents in Jamaica are currently without electricity, according to local reports.  The Government of Jamaica has launched an official relief and recovery platform following the impact of Hurricane Melissa. The new website — supportjamaica.gov.jm — is designed to coordinate relief efforts, mobilize support, and provide critical resources for those affected by the storm. Through the platform, users can make secure donations, subm