Trackeisha Davis’ Post

As climate change roars, all Caribbean nations must act with haste and review their building codes, with emphasis of concrete roofing. Further, ensure that utility companies set aside a percentage of their annual earnings; not necessarily as self-insurance but as an emergency fund to buffer their insurance coverages, especially in times of disaster. As the honorable Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell pointed out, underground cabling indeed a tumultuous task, that comes at a great expense, however, if governments consider making such an investment, the Return on Investment later could be beneficial for future generations.

In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, my thoughts are with the people of the Grenadines. Rebuilding will undoubtedly be a long and challenging process. The Prime Minister's mention of the GRENLEC insurance/restoration fund is a positive step. GRENLEC stashed away 5% of its pretax profits as insurance. However, it raises a crucial point: financial preparedness for both businesses and individuals. The question of financial literacy is critical. Were small businesses and residents adequately prepared for this disaster? Did they have insurance, emergency funds, and recovery plans in place? Unfortunately, it's likely that many lacked these crucial safeguards. As we rebuild, let's prioritize financial resilience alongside climate resilience. A financially literate Caribbean population is essential for weathering future storms and ensuring a faster and stronger recovery.

The recent Hurricane Beryl devastated the Caribbean islands, particularly Grenada. The storm marked the earliest occurrence of such a powerful hurricane, causing extensive destruction and highlighting the urgent need for effective disaster response and community support. The resilience and preparedness of the affected regions were tested, emphasizing the importance of swift recovery efforts and the solidarity of global support. The aftermath of Hurricane Beryl also underscored the severe economic and emotional toll on the affected regions. Let’s take a closer look at its impact on the route it took #HurricaneBeryl #ClimateChange #DisasterResponse #CommunityResilience #SupportAndRecovery #Caribbean #Caribbeanislands #Latinamerica #Southamerica #America #Parametricinsurance

In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, people all over the Caribbean, Mexico, and the coast of Texas are in need of help. Click the link below to find resources about the affected areas and how to maximize your impact! https://lnkd.in/gP5pA3T6

International SOS is assisting clients impacted by Hurricane Beryl, a Category 4 hurricane which has made landfall in the Caribbean. Learn more about how International SOS is supporting those impacted: https://okt.to/MJL4fw

#Carriacou in the Caribbean was flattened by Hurricane Beryl on Monday. Most of the houses are plywood and tin. They've been blown apart. There are c.15,000 people on Carriacou and the other small islands around there. They have no water, shelter or food. The sea surface temperature is c.2oC over normal; Beryl is the earliest hurricane in recent records. There are two excellent videos by Jonathan Petramala here: https://lnkd.in/e89eu9Zx https://lnkd.in/eH6qmTgW If you want to support there are dozens of GoFundMe campaigns - I've found this one by Island Windjammers (who ship cargo around the Windward Islands under sail) where they are offering to use the funds to buy supplies which they will then ship for free - credit to Island Windjammers, Inc. https://lnkd.in/eYgukNsB #hurricaneberyl #support #rebuild #caribbean #extremeweather #climate #climatechange #hurricane #charity

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🌀Hurricane season is in full swing🌀 Now is the perfect time to review your insurance policy and confirm you are properly vetted with a restoration partner that can respond to the complex challenges a hurricane can cause. #hurricane #hurricaneprepardness #riskmanagement

Hurricane Beryl significantly impacted two Caribbean islands: https://lnkd.in/dJbZ5nRd Here's how you can help. https://lnkd.in/dpcq8V-8