Juici Patties Collects Disaster Relief Donations for Hurricane Melissa Victims in Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa Relief Efforts

• 🇯🇲 Juici Patties, a popular Jamaican restaurant chain with seven locations in Broward County, is actively collecting disaster relief donations.
• 📦 These donations are intended for delivery to the Caribbean island following the impact of Hurricane Melissa.

Community Response and Support

• 🗣️ Many workers at Juici Patties have family on the island and are deeply concerned, leading to proactive donation efforts.
• 🤝 The city of Miramar, recognizing its strong Caribbean connection, is also gearing up to provide support and is accepting donations.
• 🏢 In addition to local restaurants, a major donation drive is underway at the Global Empowerment Mission warehouse in Dural.

Personal Impact and Preparedness

• 🏠 Franchise owner Annette Kidd shared that her family is in Jamaica and they are staying in touch via WhatsApp, with precautions being taken.
• ⚠️ The Council General of Jamaica urged residents on the island to secure documents and take shelter as the storm approached.
• 🌊 Residents, like Euan Simpson from Kingston, are anxious due to the potential for flooding, especially in flat land areas, recalling the impact of Hurricane Gilbert in 1988.

How to Help

• 📍 Juici Patties will serve as a donation drop-off point.
• 💻 A comprehensive list of all locations in South Florida accepting donations can be found on the local10.com website.