An additional amount of 500 million dollars has been approved to address the drought exacerbated by Super El Niño climatic conditions. These funds will be allocated to the National Water Commission to support schools, health centers, and critical infrastructure. MPs and municipalities will also receive resources to meet local needs. The government is committed to improving the situation as weather forecasts predict a continuation of the drought.
500 million dollars to combat drought in Jamaica
This article was updated at 02:00.