– Hanover woman killed by falling tree limb during Hurricane Beryl incident
– Tragic death of Hanover woman due to falling tree limb during Hurricane Beryl.
Accident – Death – Obituary News : During the passage of Hurricane Beryl, heavy winds wreaked havoc across the island of Jamaica, causing widespread destruction and claiming the life of a 26-year-old woman. The tragic incident occurred in Green Island, Hanover, where Kayon Sterling was fatally struck by a falling tree limb while standing outside her house.
Acting Director-General at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management, Richard Thompson, expressed his condolences, stating, “It was confirmed, a lady out in Westmoreland, a tree came down on her house, and it was confirmed by the Ministry of Health that the person had passed. That is unfortunate, that is something that we did not want to happen in this event, as always, one life lost is always too many.”
The Corporate Communications Unit of the Jamaica Constabulary Force reported that Sterling was found by a family member who immediately contacted the authorities. She was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival. The tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by severe weather events such as hurricanes.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, the government of Jamaica has transitioned to assessment and response mode, with normal operations of ministries, departments, and agencies set to resume. Authorities are also conducting assessments of the island’s airports to facilitate their reopening following the storm.
As the island begins the process of recovery and rebuilding in the wake of Hurricane Beryl, the community comes together to mourn the loss of Kayon Sterling and support those affected by the devastating impact of the storm. It is a somber reminder of the importance of preparedness and vigilance in the face of natural disasters..
-Hanover woman killed falling tree limb during Hurricane Beryl
-Woman killed falling tree limb during Hurricane Beryl in Hanover.