In the resort town of Negril, Westmoreland, Jamaica, St Anthony’s Kitchen, a community initiative dedicated to providing meals for those in need, has reported a significant increase in the number of residents seeking warm meals as Hurricane Melissa approaches. The kitchen, operated by the Mary Gate of Heaven Catholic Church, serves breakfast to hungry children heading to school and lunch to adults five days a week. Tim Lamb, the coordinator of the feeding program, noted that while the kitchen typically serves around 158 meals daily, the past week saw a surge to nearly 200 meals. ‘This past week, it has been really high all week. People were, I think, concerned about the storm and wanted to get some food,’ Lamb explained. The initiative has garnered support from local organizations and individuals, including the Rotary Club of Negril, Grace Kennedy, and hotelier Daniel Grizzle. Lamb emphasized that the kitchen has no eligibility requirements other than hunger, welcoming all who seek assistance. As the community braces for the hurricane, St Anthony’s Kitchen continues to play a vital role in ensuring food security for vulnerable residents.
#EyeOnMelissa: Uptick in ‘people in need’seeking food in Negril ahead of Hurricane Melissa
