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Jamaica: Hurricane Melissa: Maritime Lessons Learned Workshop (01 June 2026)
By Government of Jamaica at ReliefWeb
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
. Summary On 14 April 2026, Global Support and Development (GSD), in partnership with Jamaica’s Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) and the Port Management Association of the Caribbean (PMAC), facilitated the Hurricane Melissa Maritime Lessons Learned Workshop in Kingsto
Key takeaway The workshop brought together more than 40 participants from across Jamaican and regional maritime and disaster management sectors to review multisectoral coordination in response to Hurricane Melissa.
Why this matters
The Hurricane Melissa Maritime Lessons Learned Workshop in Jamaica highlights the critical role of multisectoral coordination in disaster response, particularly in island nations heavily reliant on maritime pathways for external assistance. By bringing together stakeholders from the maritime and disaster management sectors, the workshop facilitated a comprehensive review of Jamaica's response to Hurricane Melissa, identifying key lessons learned and areas for improvement. The fact that over 40 participants from across the region attended the workshop underscores the recognition of the importance of coordinated disaster response efforts. The workshop's focus on port and maritime-specific themes, as well as the integration of the maritime sector with the broader response system, demonstrates a nuanced understanding of the complex challenges posed by disasters like Hurricane Melissa. As Jamaica continues to strengthen its disaster management institutions, the insights gained from this workshop will be crucial in enhancing the country's resilience to future disasters.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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What is this story about? . Summary On 14 April 2026, Global Support and Development (GSD), in partnership with Jamaica’s Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) and the Port Management Association of the Caribbean (PMAC), facilitated the Hurricane Melissa Maritime Lessons Learned Workshop in Kingsto
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