Evacuation Flight for Bahamian Students in Jamaica
Prime Minister Philip "Brave" Davis has instructed the arrangement of an evacuation flight for Bahamian students in Kingston due to Tropical Storm Melissa.
The storm is expected to
"intensify over the coming days", with Jamaica under a Tropical Storm Warning and Hurricane Watch.
- Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell and Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper are handling the arrangements.
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is in close contact with students in Jamaica and will provide updates.
- The National Hurricane Center warns of heavy rain, life-threatening flooding, and strong winds for parts of Hispaniola and Jamaica.
Bahamian Consul General in Jamaica Alveta Knight is monitoring the situation and ensuring Bahamians, especially students, are prepared.
Author's summary: Bahamas arranges evacuation flight for students in Jamaica.