Breaking News: Aid Drought Devastates Jamaican Towns as Hurricane Relief Efforts Stall
At least 28 people have died in Jamaica since Hurricane Melissa hit the island five days ago, with the death toll rising overnight. The government confirmed that 10 of those deaths occurred in Westmoreland Parish, where the storm made landfall as a category five monster with 185 mph sustained winds.
Residents in devastated communities along the coast are struggling to survive with little food, no power, and no running water. Many roads are blocked by debris, isolating people and hindering relief efforts. Local officials are racing against time to reach affected areas, but aid has yet to arrive.
The hurricane's impact is being felt across western Jamaica, with St Elizabeth Parish reporting the highest number of unconfirmed deaths. Westmoreland Parish, where the storm's eye made landfall, is believed to have the second highest number of unconfirmed deaths.
As the situation continues to unfold, residents are growing increasingly desperate. "No help, no food, no water," one resident said. The government has yet to provide a clear timeline for when aid will arrive, leaving residents to wonder when normalcy will return.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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