Hurricane Melissa Ravages Jamaica Leaving Communities Reeling

When Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on November 2, 2025, it caused widespread devastation beyond the coastlines. With winds reaching 185 mph and a powerful storm surge, the storm disrupted lives, livelihoods, and communities across the island. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed, but the human impact is already profound.

Impact on the Fishing Village of White House

In White House, Westmoreland parish, the consequences were deeply personal for residents. Prince Davis, a local fisherman, discovered through WhatsApp updates from friends that his 50-foot fishing boat was severely damaged, with a punctured stern and a battered cabin and back deck. His family’s home also lost its roof, and his father’s boat disappeared entirely.

"It’s going to be very rough. With the damage now, no one will be buying products."

Davis had recently traveled to Nicaragua to find new customers for his fish business but now faces a shattered livelihood.

Losses in Amity

Just 17 miles northwest, in Amity, also in Westmoreland, farmer Denver Thorpe suffered heavy losses. His 15 acres of mango trees were destroyed along with two greenhouses, severely impacting his agricultural operations.

Summary

Hurricane Melissa’s catastrophic force has left Jamaican coastal communities struggling to recover from extensive personal and economic damage.

Evrim Ağacı — 2025-11-04