The impact was catastrophic: entire communities in the western and south-western parishes (Westmoreland, St Elizabeth, St James, Trelawny, Hanover) were battered by wind and flooding, with many homes losing roofs, power lines snapped, and major infrastructure gone. As of early November, the official death toll in Jamaica has been raised to 32 confirmed fatalities, with several more still unconfirmed in remote areas. Beyond the human toll, the storm has ravaged the economy: agriculture, tourism, infrastructure, and household livelihoods all bear the scars. For teachers and community leaders (such as yourself working in inner-city primary schools), the aftermath presents urgent challenges: some children’s homes are damaged, utilities disrupted, safe routes to school may be compromised, and emotional trauma is widespread. As Jamaica begins rebuilding, the response efforts, international aid mobilisations, and community resilience are moving to centre stage. Tourism sector under pressure amid recovery The tourism industry — a backbone of Jamaica’s economy, contributing around 30 % of GDP and employing hundreds of thousands — is facing serious disruption due to the hurricane’s timing just before peak season. One high-profile example: the international hotel chain Hyatt paused operations and suspended new reservations at eight Jamaican resorts through January 2026, citing storm damage and safety considerations. Travel Market Report The government and industry leaders are racing to restore infrastructure, repair facilities, and reassure markets. While optimism remains for a rebound by mid-December, smaller hotels and local service providers face steep challenges. AP News For your site (876Pulse.com) and your audience, this story offers several angles: the human side (tourism workers worried about income), the business side (global brands responding to climate risk), and the cultural side (Jamaica’s image as a resilient destination).