As Hurricane Beryl wreaked havoc on the islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the death toll continues to rise. Reports indicate that at least three lives have been lost in the aftermath of the storm.
Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell confirmed two deaths in Carriacou and Petite Martinique, Grenada, during a press conference on Tuesday. The possibility of more fatalities looms as a grim reality, as stated by Mitchell himself.
Earlier, Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves announced the death of at least one person in St. Vincent and the Grenadines following Hurricane Beryl’s impact. The eye of the hurricane passed directly through Carriacou and Petite Martinique in Grenada, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake with widespread damage to homes, buildings, and gas stations.
The situation in Grenada remains dire, with power still unavailable as of Monday. Access and movement in Carriacou and Petite Martinique are severely restricted due to debris blocking roads, hindering the clearing efforts necessary for recovery. The destruction of gas stations has also impeded the ability of heavy equipment operators to assist in the cleanup.
Despite these challenges, Grenada’s government is mobilizing resources to aid in the relief efforts. A private aircraft will transport key personnel, including the Commissioner of Police and members of the National Disaster Management Agency, to the affected areas. Additionally, helicopters have been requested to provide support from neighboring regions.
Mitchell emphasized the nation’s resilience in the face of devastation, as the communities affected by Hurricane Beryl begin the long road to recovery.
