The National Works Agency (NWA) has been making steady progress in reopening roadways across western Jamaica that were impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Community Relations Officer for the NWA’s Western Office, Janel Ricketts, reports that despite widespread damage across the region, most affected roadways have now been reopened to at least single-lane access. “We had quite a bit of damage in...

Several blocked roadways have been cleared to restore access to communities most seriously impacted by Hurricane Melissa, says Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan. “In my last update, I would have told you that our main priority is providing a corridor for persons to be able to...

A national cleanup campaign will be undertaken following the devastation caused across the island by Hurricane Melissa. Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, said he will announce the roll out of the initiative later this week. “A part of any recovery must be keeping our cities, towns and communities clean,” he said, while addressing a special...

Significant progress has been made by the authorities in clearing major roadways in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. This was disclosed by Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, during a special media briefing at Jamaica House on Friday (October 31). Mr. McKenzie said, based on information received from Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic...

The Government has commenced efforts to clear blocked roadways and restore access to communities most severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa. These include engaging the services of contractors and owners of heavy-duty equipment. Clearing the roadways will also allow relief supplies to reach thousands of people who have lost their homes and belongings in the disaster. Minister without Portfolio in the...

The public is strongly advised to avoid contact with infrastructure that may be compromised, particularly in areas affected by floodwaters associated with Hurricane Melissa. This urging comes from Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan. “If the bridge looks shaky, do not attempt to go on the bridge...

The National Works Agency (NWA) has undertaken flood mitigation works on several critical drains across the island in preparation for Hurricane Melissa’s projected landfall and will continue these efforts as long as conditions remain safe. This was disclosed by Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan. He was...