EP: 85 // Hurricane Melissa aftermath

Humanity Unplugged Podcast · Nov 6, 2025 · 24m · transcript

Hurricane Melissa has caused an estimated $6 billion to $7 billion in damages in Jamaica and between $48 billion and $52 billion across the Caribbean. These figures represent a significant hit to Jamaica's economy, equivalent to roughly 30% of its GDP. JamaicaTotal damage: Preliminary estimates place the total damage cost between $6 billion and $7 billion, or about 30% of the nation's GDP, according to the BBC News.Insured losses: Insured losses in Jamaica are estimated to be between $2.2 billion and $4.2 billion.Economic impact: The storm is expected to cause an 8% to 13% decline in the…