Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness made the announcement minutes after Hurricane Melissa hit the island.
In his first public statement since the storm began, Holness said the focus would now shift to relief and rebuilding once the worst of the hurricane has passed.
He said that a special website has been launched to collect help, stressing that “recovery will need every helping hand”.
Holness reiterated that Melissa is a serious threat to the lives and livelihoods of Jamaicans.
“Together we must be ready to help families recover, rebuild their homes and rebuild their lives once the storm passes,” the prime minister said.
(Vijesti.ba)
