United Kingdom sends ship to assist Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa (Photo: Royal Navy)
The United Kingdom has deployed a Royal Navy vessel, the HMS Trent, to support Jamaica, which was struck by Hurricane Melissa last week.
According to an announcement from the Ministry of Defence and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the HMS Trent arrived in Falmouth on Tuesday (4).
The vessel carries a crew of 75 people, including specialized engineers who will work alongside Jamaican authorities on infrastructure assessments and emergency repairs.
The ship is also equipped with drones and two rigid inflatable boats, Zodiac, used to transport personnel and equipment ashore, according to information released by the UK Defence Journal.
According to the Ministry of Defence, the ship’s engineering teams will focus on supporting recovery operations and restoring critical infrastructure in affected communities.
“I am proud of our British Armed Forces for the important role they play in humanitarian relief missions during disasters,” said John Healey, UK Secretary of Defence.
“Our Royal Navy and British Army personnel will support their civilian counterparts with engineering expertise to assist local recovery efforts — as Britain steps up its work to support those in need.”
“UK government teams have been working tirelessly to deliver humanitarian aid supplies to those most affected by the hurricane, and the Royal Navy’s HMS Trent has arrived to assist local recovery efforts,” added Minister for the Caribbean, Chris Elmore.
In addition to the ship’s deployment, the United Kingdom is also supporting Jamaica by providing more than 3,000 shelter kits and 1,500 solar lanterns, which have been distributed to families left without power.
Furthermore, a Rapid Deployment Team from the Foreign Office is also in the country to assist British citizens and coordinate actions with local agencies.
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