An emergency CARICOM Heads of Government meeting was held yesterday to coordinate the region's response to Hurricane Irma. The meeting was held around 9.30 am yesterday with leaders joining in using video conferencing technology.
Meanwhile, Guardian Media Limited (GML) is partnering with the American Chamber of Commerce of T&T (AMCHAM) and the Pan American Development Foundation (PADF) to raise much needed funds to provide immediate assistance to those affected by Hurricane Irma.
One of the most powerful storms ever recorded in recent history, Irma has devastated many of our Caribbean neighbours.
At least 11 people were killed on Saint Martin and Saint Barts, four in the US Virgin Islands, four in the British Virgin Islands, and one each in Barbuda, Anguilla and Barbados.
Irma is expected to hit South West, Florida, this morning, with winds up to 110 mph.
We must help those in dire need immediately. PADF, which has worked to rebuild devastated communities across the Americas, has created a special portal for any financial contributions.
Join us and make a difference.
Go to http://www.padf.org/irmaamchamtt to make a donation if you can.