A former Jamaican Olympic sprinter, Asafa Powell, likened the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with winds of 185 mph, to a war zone, describing the destruction in Jamaica as shocking and heart-wrenching. The hurricane, which hit Jamaica at the end of October, has been declared the worst natural disaster in the country’s history, resulting in 45 deaths and significant damage estimated at $8.8 billion. Powell, alongside American athlete Noah Lyles, is providing relief efforts for the affected communities, emphasizing the urgent need for food and support. Lyles’ charity aims to assist those in critical need, particularly in areas that typically provide food for the island.
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