Jamaica Advances Western Recovery Projects After Hurricane Melissa
Western Jamaica’s Hurricane Melissa recovery includes road rebuilding, repairs to Jarrett Park and business reconstruction funding. The Government has outlined a broader road-network overhaul, with details still to come.
3 reports from 2 outlets · First reported Wed, Oct 21
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Repairs to hurricane-damaged Seaview Drive in Lucea have begun, with pipes, drains, sidewalks and concrete works planned.
Jamaica Observer +1US$2.4 billion is allocated for private-sector participation in the recovery programme, alongside grants for affected small businesses and tradespeople.
Jamaica Observer +1Jarrett Park repairs to its stands, commentary box and pylons are under way, with completion pledged by the 2026-27 financial year’s end.
Jamaica GleanerDetails of the wider western road-network overhaul are to be announced later.
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