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OVERVIEW
On July 1, 2024, Hurricane Beryl, the most powerful hurricane ever recorded, made landfall in Grenada. This catastrophic storm unleashed 150 mph (240 km/h) winds, severe flooding, and widespread devastation, especially impacting the islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique in Grenada. As of 12 July approximately 3,000 individuals were reported in emergency shelters across Grenada and its islands (DEEP 12/07/2024). The severity of the situation in Grenada was acutely felt, with widespread infrastructure damage severely affecting buildings in the worst-hit areas. Medical facilities, particularly in Carriacou, were heavily damaged, and the loss of power and water supply left many areas in a state of darkness and isolation.
Hurricane Beryl has affected over 80,000 people across Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, with over 44,000 impacted in Grenada and around 40,000 in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (OCHA 09/07/2024). As of July 24, the storm's impact was severe, with at least 4 confirmed fatalities in Grenada (UNICEF 24/07/2024).
In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, the people of Grenada faced an urgent need for humanitarian assistance, particularly in food, shelter, health, WASH, and livelihood. The Grenada Red Cross Society (GRCS) and local authorities, supported by international agencies like the UN, responded swiftly to address these needs. The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) and other international partners are actively involved in the response. The UN and its partners have launched a $9 million Regional Response Plan to provide urgently needed assistance (OCHA 14/07/2024).
This comprehensive overview highlights the severity of the disaster, the ongoing humanitarian response in Grenada, and the pressing need for continued support and assistance.