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03-11-2025
The death toll from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica has risen to 28, with nine additional deaths confirmed by Prime Minister Andrew Holness on Saturday. The category five hurricane caused widespread destruction, with communities on the island's western portion, such as Black River and Montego Bay, being the worst affected. Emergency responders and aid agencies have struggled to reach certain parts of the island due to blocked roads, debris, and flooding. The hurricane has also caused dozens of deaths across the Caribbean, with at least 31 people killed in Haiti and two in the Dominican Republic. The Red Cross reports that 72% of people across Jamaica still do not have electricity, and around 6,000 are in emergency shelters. Jamaican officials have confirmed that multiple field hospitals are being established to treat people in the worst-affected areas.
Entities: Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica, Andrew Holness, Black River, Montego Bay • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
03-11-2025
Hurricane Melissa, a category 5 storm, hit western Jamaica five days ago, causing widespread destruction and isolating communities along the coast. At least 28 people have died, with the death toll expected to rise as officials clear debris and access new areas. Residents in affected towns like Whitehouse in Westmoreland Parish are struggling to cope without food, water, or power. The government has faced criticism for its slow response, but has since deployed aid, including StarLink devices to restore internet access. Foreign aid has also begun to arrive, with the US and UK pledging millions in relief funds and emergency supplies. Despite the challenges, the resilience and determination of the Jamaican people are evident in their efforts to rebuild and recover.
Entities: Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica, Westmoreland Parish, St Elizabeth, Whitehouse • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
03-11-2025
A landslide in western Kenya has resulted in at least 26 deaths, with 25 people still missing. The search for survivors was suspended due to a flash flood, but the government has intensified the search mission with the military deploying four aircraft to aid in the efforts. Heavy rains continue across Kenya, causing floods that have displaced thousands of people. The government has urged those living in flood or landslide-prone areas to relocate and is airlifting supplies to affected areas.
Entities: Kenya, Kipchumba Murkomen, Rift Valley, Chesongoch, Kenya Red Cross • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
03-11-2025
Rescuers and aid workers are distributing food and water in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa made landfall as a Category 5 hurricane, causing widespread destruction and at least 19 deaths. The island is still largely without power and communications, with many areas inaccessible due to debris and damaged infrastructure. The Jamaican government has set up field hospitals and is working to restore essential services. International aid is arriving, including from the US, with helicopters and relief supplies being deployed to affected areas. The Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility has announced a record payout to Jamaica of $70.8 million to support recovery efforts.
Entities: Jamaica, Hurricane Melissa, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Christopher Tufton • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
03-11-2025
The article discusses how Jamaica will receive a $150m payout from a catastrophe bond issued in 2024 to help with relief efforts after being hit by Hurricane Melissa, the worst storm ever to hit the Caribbean island. Catastrophe bonds are debt instruments that pay out when a natural disaster occurs, spreading the cost between affected countries and investors. The payout is expected to aid Jamaica's recovery from the devastating hurricane.
Entities: Jamaica, Hurricane Melissa, Caribbean, Catastrophe bonds, The Economist • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
03-11-2025
A landslide triggered by heavy rains in Kenya's western Rift Valley has killed at least 26 people, with 25 others still missing. The government has launched a search and rescue mission, deploying four military planes to access the affected area. The disaster has displaced thousands, with several counties reporting floods. The Kenyan government is urging people living in flood-prone areas to relocate and has promised to airlift supplies to affected areas, pay medical bills for the injured, and resettle those whose homes were destroyed. The region is prone to landslides and flooding, with climate change exacerbating the frequency and intensity of such events.
Entities: Kenya, Rift Valley, Kipchumba Murkomen, Kenya Red Cross, Oscar Okum • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
03-11-2025
The death toll in Jamaica due to Hurricane Melissa has risen to 28, as confirmed by the Jamaican government. The hurricane brought catastrophic winds of up to 185mph and caused widespread destruction across Jamaica, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba. The UK government has mobilized an additional £5m in emergency humanitarian funding to support the region's recovery, bringing the total to £7.5m. The first British repatriation flight has departed from Jamaica, and essential relief supplies are being distributed to affected areas. The hurricane has caused significant devastation, with houses collapsed, roads blocked, and thousands in need of aid.
Entities: Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica, Jamaican government, UK government, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
