KINGSTON, Jamaica — After being hit by Category 5 Hurricane Melissa, Treasure Beach, St Elizabeth saw the Treasure Bay Estates team and community members demonstrate the true power of leadership and care.

Hurricane Melissa struck the western region of Jamaica on 28 October, causing widespread damage and disruption across several parishes.

Among those affected was Captain Allan Daley, a local sea captain whose livelihood was suddenly at risk.

A 20-foot container had fallen onto his boat, destroying the engine and leaving the vessel in a fragile, precarious state. Storm waters flooded the boat, adding weight that helped stabilise it, yet danger still loomed.

“Without the support of the Treasure Bay Estates Team and community members, I don’t know what I would have done. They arrived just in time and lifted my spirits when I felt everything was lost,” Daley said.

Recognising the urgency, the Treasure Bay Estates team moved quickly, working alongside community members to secure the boat and prevent further damage. Their decisive and caring action helped avert a far greater loss.

Aubyn Henry, co-principal of Treasure Bay Estates, who visited the site personally, added: “As a local-based entrepreneur, I’ve always believed that the impact of our work is measured not just by development, but by the lives we touch. Seeing Captain Daley face the aftermath of the storm and the threat to his livelihood reminded us why community matters.”

“It moved us to act quickly. We are helping him get back on the water, including helping him to source an engine, to continue his livelihood and restore hope for his family and the community we all call home.”