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Reggae Beats Aid Hurricane Victims
5 Jan
Summary
- Reggae sound system event aims to raise funds for hurricane survivors.
- Hurricane Melissa, a category five storm, devastated Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba.
- DJs and sound systems across the region are donating their talents.

A fundraising reggae sound system event is scheduled to take place this Friday at Space Studios in Norwich. The event aims to provide essential support to individuals and communities still reeling from the devastating effects of Hurricane Melissa.
This powerful category five storm made landfall at the end of October, unleashing widespread destruction across Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba. The hurricane's impact included the obliteration of buildings, disruption of power lines, and severe flooding, leaving many residents without access to basic necessities like food and water.
The initiative has garnered enthusiastic participation from numerous reggae sound systems and selectors across the region. Organizers expressed gratitude for the overwhelming response from artists eager to contribute their skills and passion to aid the island nations.




