Supporting the Grenadines After Hurricane Beryl

The Devastation of Hurricane Beryl

Hurricane Beryl, a Category 4 storm, has left a trail of destruction across the southeastern Caribbean. Union Island, part of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, has been particularly hard-hit. Reports indicate that 90% of the houses on Union Island have been severely damaged or destroyed, with significant roof and structural damage. The island's infrastructure, including the airport, has suffered extensive damage, making recovery efforts even more challenging.

The storm's impact extends beyond Union Island. Carriacou and Petite Martinique in Grenada, as well as other islands in the Grenadines, have also experienced severe damage. Thousands of residents have been displaced, and many are currently taking refuge in emergency shelters.

The Urgent Need for Support

The aftermath of Hurricane Beryl has left the affected communities in dire need of assistance. Basic necessities such as food, water, and shelter are in short supply. The logistical challenges of providing aid to these small and dispersed islands further complicate the relief efforts.

Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves of St. Vincent and the Grenadines has described the situation as "complete devastation" and has called for international aid to support the rebuilding efforts. The resilience of the people in the Grenadines is being tested once again, and they need our help to recover and rebuild their lives.

Jeremie Tronet, who has lived on Union Island for 15 years and owns a kitesurf school there, has personally experienced the devastation. He lost his residence, businesses, and all his possessions to the hurricane. In response, Tronet has launched a GoFundMe campaign to support the recovery efforts on Union Island and help its residents rebuild their lives.

Donate to the Grenadines Relief Fund on GoFundMe