Samaritan's Purse Airlifts Over 38,000 Pounds Aid to Hurricane-Ravaged Jamaica

Following the devastation caused by Category 5 Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, several organizations have launched extensive relief efforts to assist the affected communities. Samaritan's Purse, led by Franklin Graham, rapidly deployed over 38,000 pounds of emergency supplies including family kits, water filtration systems, and medical aid, with disaster response teams on the ground coordinating relief. Preparations had been made before the hurricane struck, enabling swift action to address widespread infrastructure damage, power outages, and displacement. In addition, South Florida groups such as Food For The Poor and the Global Empowerment Mission have mobilized support, setting up warehouses for critical supplies and arranging multiple cargo flights to ensure ongoing aid delivery. These combined efforts aim to provide not only physical necessities but also hope and reassurance to thousands of families left homeless and isolated by the storm. Coordinated cooperation with local partners and government agencies continues to be crucial in addressing the overwhelming needs on the island.