The United Nations has launched a US$74 million appeal to support Cuba's recovery from Hurricane Melissa, which devastated eastern provinces. Around 2.2 million people in Granma, Santiago de Cuba, Holguín, and Guantánamo require urgent assistance. The UN's Plan of Action will focus on health, water, shelter, education, and early recovery, prioritizing vulnerable populations. While emergency funds of US$11 million have been released, a significant gap of US$64 million remains.
Meanwhile, the situation in Haiti is worsening, with 43 deaths and over 16,000 displaced. The World Food Programme is seeking US$18 million to address rising food insecurity. In Jamaica, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney pledged continued support for disaster relief.
Meanwhile, the situation in Haiti is worsening, with 43 deaths and over 16,000 displaced. The World Food Programme is seeking US$18 million to address rising food insecurity. In Jamaica, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney pledged continued support for disaster relief.
