After Hurricane Melissa slammed into Jamaica, many roads remain blocked by fallen trees, debris, and flooding. Local volunteers, community groups, and rescue teams have hit the streets, armed with shovels and trucks to clear the way. 🚚🌳
In St. Elizabeth Parish, where Kelesha Williams reports, residents have formed impromptu crews to reopen main routes and reconnect villages cut off from supplies. Their efforts echo the community spirit we know from monsoon-hit regions in South Asia—whether in Bangladesh or the Philippines, solidarity wins. 🤝💪
Officials warn the death toll may rise as teams continue search-and-rescue missions across the island. Amid the hard work, smartphones and social platforms have become lifelines: WhatsApp groups share live road-clearing updates, while drone-powered maps help pinpoint trouble spots. 📱🛰️
For young professionals juggling fast-paced lives, Jamaica’s recovery is a vivid reminder: disasters need more than aid—they need our collective energy and tech-savvy creativity. Together, we can help rebuild communities stronger and more connected than ever. ✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
