Location: Jamaica
Event: Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica on October 28 as one of the strongest tropical cyclones this season. Authorities continue to survey the extensive damage across the island. U.S. citizens are advised to remain cautious.
Kingston’s Norman Manley International Airport and Ian Fleming International Airport in Ocho Rios opened for commercial operations today. The Montego Bay Airport reopening plan is in development by the Government of Jamaica and remains a top priority.
We have received reports of individuals who have traveled overland from Montego Bay to Kingston using private transportation. Individuals should exercise caution if they choose to travel.
The U.S. Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica will resume normal ACS and visa operations on Monday, November 3. Applicants should attend their appointments as originally scheduled.
For assistance, please email KingstonACS@state.gov or call: 1-888-407-4747 from the United States or Canada or +1-202-501-4444 from other overseas locations.
Actions to Take:
• Monitor the local news for updates.
• If staying at a resort, continue to follow their guidance.
• Monitor ODPEM:
• https://www.odpem.org.jm/shelters/
• https://www.odpem.org.jm/hurricanes/
• Local Emergency Numbers: Police: 119, Fire and Ambulance: 110, Hurricane update: 116, and Jamaica Red Cross: +1-876-984-7860
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Kingston, Jamaica
+1-876-702-6000
KingstonACS@state.gov
https://jm.usembassy.gov/
U.S. Consular Agency Montego Bay
Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica
+1-876-953-0620
MobayACS@state.gov
U.S. Consular Agency Cayman Islands
George Town, KY1-1010
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
+345-945-8173
CaymanACS@state.gov
State Department - Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
Jamaica Country Information
Cayman Island Country Information
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