As Tropical Storm Melissa looms over Jamaica, potentially escalating into a hurricane, St. Ann’s Bay Mayor Michael Belnavis has announced that all government agencies are in active dialogue to bolster preparedness efforts. With the island under both a tropical storm and hurricane watch, state agencies remain on high alert, ready to address any eventualities. Mayor Belnavis emphasized the immediate priority of securing municipal assets, including critical documents and properties, while ensuring the safety of vulnerable residents, particularly the elderly.