As reported by the Jost van Dykes Preservation Society (JVDPS)
In many ways, these storms have turned back the clock on the development of the last 50 years on the Islands, so there is a lot of work to do. About 130 residents weathered the storms right on Jost, and there were few injuries. Following a couple of harrowing weeks for basic supplies, some sort of ‘normal’ daily routine is developing. But imagine your own reaction and response to the total loss of your home and income and having to scramble for food and water for your children in a battered community.
Recovery supplies and services provided by the UK and BVI government did help a lot, but on Jost so much real support came via the boaters from Puerto Rico and St. Croix who were delivering basic goods to JVD from shopping excursions on those islands – funded by some immediate donations to the Preservation Society and other appeals. Hurricane Maria put a hold on some support, but now things are improving. Read more.
