Prince Harry and Meghan Markle followed in the lead of King Charles just two days after the monarch had issued a personal message.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who started their Archewell Foundation to continue with their charitable efforts after royal exit, showed solidarity just two days after the monarch expressed his deep concerns and sadness over the catatrophic damage caused by Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica.
In the statement shared by the foundation, Harry and Meghan praised the work of the volunteers and organisations working tirelessly and helping the affected.
They pointed out that the loss of lives and the devastation that has been caused by “one of the strongest Atlantic storms ever recorded, with winds reaching 185 mph”.
“Jamaica, a country The Duke and Duchess hold close to their hearts and last visited in 2024, has been hit especially hard,” it stated.
“Towns and villages that are usually vibrant and full of life have been torn apart. Entire neighbourhoods remain underwater. More than three-quarters of the island is still without power, and for many families, the question isn’t just about rebuilding -it’s about making it through the day.
In an uplifting message, they highlighted how every report that has come out of the disaster-hit area has shown “resilience”.
“Neighbours clearing debris together. Families sharing what little they have. Communities organizing, coordinating, refusing to give up. That’s not just resilience – that’s the power of community in its truest form. When everything else falls apart, that’s what holds.”
Meanwhile, in statement released via the Buckingham Palace, Charles also shared why Jamaica holds “greatest affection” for him. He shared that he first visited the country when he served in the Royal Navy 50 years ago.