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Mandevill, Jamaica... Nigel Coke

AERObridge, a United States-based non-profit disaster relief agency, has stepped in to support Jamaica in the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastation.

The organization, which has been responding to crises since 2005 and has provided humanitarian assistance in the U.S., Haiti, Japan, and other regions, has been coordinating near-daily flights bringing vital supplies to the island. [caption id="attachment_13426" align="alignnone" width="300"] Members of the Epic community and AeroBridge volunteers pose in front of two aircraft used to deliver rapid-response relief supplies to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa.[/caption]

Dr. Balvin Braham, Vice President of the Inter-American Division and organizational leader for the Adventist-Laymen’s Services and Industries (ASI), said AERObridge’s response has been timely and deeply appreciated.

Working in partnership with the GSI Foundation (Good Samaritan Inn) and the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA), AERObridge secured landing permits for the relief flights through the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM).

Among the supplies delivered are solar- and gas-powered generators, chainsaws, medical supplies, Starlink communication units, water filtration systems, and tarpaulins. AERObridge continues to mobilize volunteer pilots and donor aircraft to transport relief items to communities most affected by the hurricane.

[caption id="attachment_13428" align="alignnone" width="300"] AERObridge members Marianne Stevenson, Josh Mac, and Noel Fonnier.[/caption]

Dr. Braham expressed heartfelt thanks to AERObridge members Marianne Stevenson, Josh Mac, Noel Fonnier, and others for their ongoing efforts.

“Their generosity and commitment have brought hope and tangible help to Jamaicans during this very difficult period,” Dr. Braham said. [caption id="attachment_13431" align="alignnone" width="253"] Members of the AERObridge disaster response team unload relief supplies for Jamaica following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.[/caption]

“The Jamaica Union wishes to thank AERObridge for their generous humanitarian support and their contribution to the relief efforts after the recent hurricane,” said Pastor Everett Brown, President of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Jamaica. “Through the efforts of Dr. Balvin Braham, VP of the Inter-American Division of SDA, AERObridge transported a number of critically needed relief supplies to Jamaica. Many agencies and communities have benefited from their assistance, and we salute the team of volunteers for the selfless service they provided to the people of Jamaica.”

[caption id="attachment_13429" align="alignnone" width="300"] Pastors Vencot Dyer (right) and Donovan Williams (left) of the GSI Foundation, Brandon Huber of Gideon Rescue, and several volunteer team members are pictured handing over chainsaws to the Fire Department Chief in Montego Bay, Jamaica, as part of the ongoing relief effort following Hurricane Melissa.[/caption]