Jamaica insurers settle 90% of Hurricane Melissa claims, $59.4B paid

One year after Hurricane Melissa, Jamaican insurers have settled over 90% of claims, paying $59.4 billion, but more than 900 remain open. The industry acknowledges the storm exposed widespread underinsurance among Jamaicans. This highlights ongoing recovery gaps and insurance penetration issues in the Caribbean.

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