Hurricane Melissa Relief in Manchester Parish
Manchester Parish in Jamaica's interior experienced severe damage from Hurricane Melissa's winds and flooding. The mountainous terrain complicates relief delivery.
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Communities We Serve in Manchester
The Melissa Relief Fund is actively providing emergency aid to families across Manchester Parish, including:
Hurricane Impact in Manchester
Damage Assessment
- •Mountainous terrain complicates relief efforts
- •Landslides blocking major roads
- •Mandeville experiences widespread power outages
- •Coffee plantations severely damaged
Current Challenges
- •Difficult terrain for equipment delivery
- •Landslides isolating communities
- •Cold weather increasing health risks
- •Limited helicopter access for supplies
Critical Needs in Manchester
Families in Manchester Parish urgently need the following assistance:
Our Relief Priorities for Manchester
How We're Helping
The Melissa Relief Fund is focusing our Manchester Parish relief efforts on these critical areas:
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All-terrain vehicles for relief delivery
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Portable solar power systems
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Emergency blankets and warm clothing
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Road clearing equipment
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Starlink for mountain communication
How You Can Help Manchester Families
Make a Donation
Donate directly to Manchester relief efforts. 100% of your donation provides emergency aid to families in this parish.
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Purchase specific items like solar panels, Starlink kits, food, water, and shelter supplies for Manchester families.
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Learn MoreNeed Help in Manchester?
If you or someone you know in Manchester Parish needs hurricane relief assistance, we're here to help. Our local partners are working across Mandeville, Christiana, Porus, Mile Gully, and all surrounding communities.
Duty-Free Relief for Manchester
The Government of Jamaica has extended the duty-free program through December 2025, making it more affordable to import essential supplies including Starlink satellite internet and solar power equipment to Manchester Parish.
Learn About Duty-Free Relief