In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa’s catastrophic impact on Jamaica, a UK support team stationed in Antigua and Barbuda has taken swift action to coordinate the delivery of emergency supplies to the devastated island nation. Spearheaded by Resident British Commissioner John Hamilton, the team has collaborated with the Antigua and Barbuda Port Authority to transport essential relief goods from Deep Water Harbour to V.C. Bird International Airport, where they will be airlifted to Kingston. This initiative is part of the UK’s broader regional response to aid both British nationals and Jamaica’s recovery efforts. Hamilton emphasized the UK’s unwavering commitment to the Caribbean during crises, stating, ‘The scale of damage in Jamaica is heartbreaking. We’re ensuring vital supplies — water, food, medical kits, and temporary shelters — reach those most in need.’ Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, unleashed winds exceeding 190 miles per hour when it struck Jamaica on Tuesday, resulting in widespread flooding, destruction, and significant loss of life. The parishes of St. Elizabeth, Manchester, and Clarendon bore the brunt of the devastation, with at least three fatalities reported and numerous injuries and displacements. Jamaican authorities have designated several areas as disaster zones as recovery operations persist. The Jamaica Defence Force, alongside volunteers and international partners such as CARICOM, the UK, and USAID, are actively supporting relief efforts. Hamilton reaffirmed the UK’s dedication, pledging continued assistance ‘for as long as necessary’ to facilitate regional recovery.