BEL Crew Heads to Jamaica to Help Restore Power After Hurricane Melissa

A team from Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) departed for Jamaica today to assist with restoration efforts following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa.

The Category 5 storm slammed into Jamaica on October 28th with winds exceeding 180 miles per hour, leaving widespread damage to homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure, including the island’s power grid. The central and western parishes were among the hardest hit.

BEL’s crew, led by Line Supervisor Tyrone Reynolds, includes Power Line Technicians Kareem Lopez, Perr Tillett, Ethan Alvarado, Bladimir Alvarez, Adolfo Oliva, and Kendale August. They will join other regional crews under the Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) to help restore electricity across affected communities.

“We stand in solidarity with our Jamaican brothers and sisters by joining our thoughts and prayers with our actions,” said BEL CEO John Mencias.