We know many areas remain severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa, particularly those that were in the eye of the storm. Roads are blocked by flooding and debris, and some families and friends have not been heard from due to power outages and limited communication.
The Jamaican Government has confirmed that lives have been lost. Our deepest condolences and sympathy go out to the families and friends of those who have passed.
Support
To stay up to date, please visit the Jamaica High Commission website.
The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) has launched the Support Jamaica website. This dedicated online platform, developed by the Government of Jamaica, helps mobilise assistance, coordinate relief, and streamline recovery efforts.
The Jamaican Government has also published a list of shelters by parish, which may help you locate safe places where family members might be.
Haringey Relief Hub
A donation hub to support those affected by Hurricane Melissa will be open on:
- Tuesday 25 Nov - 10am to 2pm
- Thursday 27 Nov - 10am to 2pm
- Tuesday 2 Dec - 10am to 2pm
- Thursday 4 Dec - 10am to 2pm
At the Trampery, 639 High Road N17 8AA.
Donations needed include:
- non perishable food items (tinned food, beans, fish, sardines, oil, rice, sugar, tea bags with expiry date 12 months)
- toiletries including women's sanitary care, children's nappies, incontinence pads, bars of soap., toothpaste, toothbrushes, shower gel, wet wipes, face wipes
- toilet roll packs
- bottled water
- boxes/packs of gloves
- medical care/first aid kits
- plasters
- disinfectant
- bandages
- safety pins (pack)
- painkillers (paracetamol and ibuprofen)
No clothes or items other than those stated above.
Volunteer
We're looking for volunteers to help between 9.30am to 3pm on the 4 days.
Duties include front desk, sorting and packing boxes and transport/delivery drivers.
If you would like to volunteer email:hello@haringeycollaborative.org.
The hub is a partnership between Haringey Council, African & Caribbean Network, The Daughters United, The Trampery Workspace, Launchit Trust – Angel Yard and REACT Edmonton.
Donations
If you wish to donate, please only use websites ending with .gov.jm to avoid scams. The official Support Jamaica site was developed and donated by the Amber Group in consultation with the Government of Jamaica and has been thoroughly security tested to ensure your protection.
The Jamaica High Commission has also established UK drop-off points for physical donations (PDF, 4 pages, 4.1MB). In the Southeast, these are located in Croydon, Rainham (Essex), and Wembley.