REBUILDING efforts are continuing across Region Two as government teams work around the clock to restore homes damaged by Thursday evening’s powerful windstorm.
Minister within the Ministry of Public Works, Madanlall Ramraj, along with Regional Chairman Devin Mohan and Regional Vice Chairman Humace Oodit, visited several communities, including Dartmouth and Henrietta, where repairs are progressing on homes that sustained major roof damage.
Officials reported that works are advancing well and will continue until all affected homes are restored.
Following an early coordination meeting on Friday morning, multiple teams were once again deployed across the Essequibo Coast to carry out repairs simultaneously.
While restoration works continue, Minister Ramraj is also leading regional assessment teams to ensure every affected household is identified and receives assistance.
Minister Ramraj said President Dr Irfaan Ali has instructed that every affected family must receive the support they need, and teams have been working tirelessly over the past three days to deliver on that commitment.
He also commended Men on Mission Coordinator, Lieutenant Colonel Bhageshwar Murli, for ensuring roofing materials were procured and delivered promptly.
Among those assisted was Jenny Bacchus, whose home suffered severe roof damage. She recalled that President Ali visited her shortly after the storm, after which regional officials quickly mobilised workers and materials. Her roof was fully restored within 24 hours.
Another resident, Kumar Ramdeo, expressed gratitude to the Government of Guyana after his home, which had its roof completely torn off, was repaired promptly.
Assessments remain ongoing as additional residents continue to report storm-related damage to regional officials.
The powerful windstorm damaged more than 70 homes across Region Two, while several public buildings, including the Anna Regina Stadium Blue Stand, also sustained significant damage.
A teacher was injured after being struck on the head during the incident. Recovery operations are expected to continue until all affected families receive assistance.
