Hurricane Beryl wreaks havoc on Carriacou
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- <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell reported that Hurricane Beryl, a Category 4 storm, has caused extensive damage across Carriacou and Petite Martinique, flattening much of Carriacou in just half an hour.
- The Housing Authority has been directed to make Chinese-built affordable homes available for those left homeless, providing immediate temporary housing solutions.
- </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evacuation measures were taken at the hospital to ensure patient safety.
Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell reported that Hurricane Beryl, a Category 4 storm, has caused extensive damage across Carriacou and Petite Martinique, flattening much of Carriacou in just half an hour.
The hurricane struck Carriacou around 11 am on Monday.
There are no injuries or loss of life have been reported thus far.
Immediate impact and damage overview
The hurricane’s impact was severe, with significant storm surge, numerous roofs lost, and structural damage to buildings on Carriacou.
Both Carriacou and Petite Martinique are currently without electricity, and communication has been greatly affected, complicating reporting and damage assessment efforts.
Government response and recovery efforts
In response to the crisis, Prime Minister Mitchell has begun coordinating recovery efforts. The Housing Authority has been directed to make Chinese-built affordable homes available for those left homeless, providing immediate temporary housing solutions.
Furthermore, local suppliers have been instructed to provide essential materials such as plywood, tarpaulins, and water to aid in the recovery process.
Plans for assessment and national update
Prime Minister Mitchell plans to visit Carriacou as soon as conditions permit to personally assess the damage and update the nation on the recovery efforts.
This visit aims to further coordinate and refine the recovery strategy based on firsthand observations.
Mainland Grenada also affected
The mainland has not been spared, with several instances of significant damage reported, including roofs being blown off key buildings such as the Central Police Station on The Carenage and the Mt Gay Hospital.
Evacuation measures were taken at the hospital to ensure patient safety.
Residents in shelters have been advised to remain in place as the state of emergency continues.
