Breaking News: UK Evacuates Britons from Jamaica as Deadly Hurricane Melissa Approaches
A chartered flight from the UK government is set to depart Jamaica on Saturday, evacuating British nationals from the country in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. The flight will leave from Kingston's Norman Manley International Airport.
At least 19 people have been killed in Jamaica as a result of the devastating hurricane, which made landfall on Tuesday as a category five storm. The UK has flown in aid earlier in the day as part of a 7.5 million regional emergency package.
The aid package includes matching public donations up to 1 million to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent, with King Charles and Queen Camilla among those who have donated. However, blocked roads have complicated distribution of aid, leaving many in need.
The UK government's evacuation effort comes as Hurricane Melissa continues to sweep across the region, causing widespread destruction and chaos. The situation remains dire, with many residents struggling to access basic necessities.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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