We witnessed the onslaught and destruction caused by the passage of Hurricane Beryl through the Caribbean. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people and countries which were affected and we are deeply saddened by the loss of life.
The catastrophic damage to Carriacou, Petite Martinique, Union Island and others reminds us of Anguilla’s plight following Hurricane Irma in 2017 and confirms that global warming and our position as Small Island Developing States in the Caribbean make us interconnected, interrelated, and mutually vulnerable.
In Anguilla’s time of distress and need, the region stood in solidarity and came to our aid. It is now our turn to help our brothers and sisters in the Windward Islands. To this end, Executive Council has approved a financial contribution of EC$500,000 to be divided equally between Grenada and St Vincent and the Grenadines for hurricane relief and recovery efforts.
As we progress through the remaining months of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, we pray for God’s grace and mercy over the region and ask all to remain vigilant and prepared for the eventualities that the season brings.
Ellis L Webster, MD
Premier, Minister of Finance & Health
From the island of spice. Thank you ,Thank you so so much for helping us , and st vincent through this disaster. To God be the Glory.
Great stuff but money must be spent rapidly to hedge against inflation
That’s wonderful,we have to take care of each other in time of crisis
The support Caribbean islands show to each other in times of crisis is wonderful and heartwarming. This is how it should be. Thank you Anguilla
The island are a unity, supporting each other in times of trouble, as it should be. Blessings to all who are of service to others.