Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness provided an update on the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, stating that the country was in 'assessment mode' following the storm. Fortunately, the damage was not as severe as initially feared, for which the Prime Minister expressed gratitude.
Despite the relatively mild impact, there were still areas affected by the storm. Coastal infrastructure in southern parishes suffered damage, along with agriculture and housing in Manchester and St. Elisabeth. Additionally, some roads were cut off, although the overall situation was not as dire as anticipated.
Tragically, two deaths were reported in Jamaica as a result of the storm, bringing the total death toll to at least nine. Approximately 1000 individuals were still residing in shelters, while telecommunication services were operating at around 70% capacity. Efforts were underway to restore electricity in areas where it had been disrupted.
Prime Minister Holness emphasized that the country had transitioned into the recovery phase, with ongoing assessments to determine the extent of the damage. He assured that a comprehensive evaluation would be available within a few hours to provide a clearer picture of the situation.
