KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development says all persons still housed in school shelters following Hurricane Melissa will be relocated to suitable accommodations by May 8, 2026.
In a statement on Thursday, the ministry said the move forms part of the Government’s ongoing national recovery effort.
As of April 9, only eight schools remain in use as shelters, accommodating a total of 81 individuals.
The ministry credited initiatives such as the $10-billion ROOFS housing assistance programme, rental support for displaced families, and home repair efforts for significantly reducing the number of people living in shelters.
Priority attention will be given to residents at Petersfield High School, which remains the largest active shelter and accounts for roughly half of those still in school-based facilities.
Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie gave assurances that the timeline will be met.
“I can personally give my commitment that all families within a school-based shelter will be provided with suitable, dignified accommodations by Friday, May 8,” McKenzie said.
The ministry noted that a range of housing solutions is being deployed to support the transition, including modular housing units, rental assistance, and tailored arrangements based on the needs of individual families.
Officials added that modular units are already on the island, with groundwork under way for installation, particularly for residents currently housed at Petersfield.
The relocation effort is being coordinated through a multi-agency response, with a focus on restoring normalcy for displaced families and reopening schools fully for educational use.
The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to completing the shelter transition process and advancing recovery efforts for communities impacted by Hurricane Melissa.
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