Veteran-led rescue group on standby to evacuate Americans from Jamaica

Disaster Preparedness and Response - Rescue organization Greybull Rescue is deploying teams to Aruba, the Caymans, and Florida to prepare for potential rescue operations following a catastrophic hurricane [2][3] - The team anticipates needing to rescue and evacuate people, especially those whose homes have been destroyed or compromised [3][4] - The primary concern is the high sustained winds associated with the hurricane, which are expected to cause significant structural damage [4][5] Comparative Analysis and Infrastructure - The infrastructure in Jamaica is fundamentally different from that of the United States, particularly Florida, in terms of building codes, fire department resources, and access to the National Guard and Coast Guard [6] - Jamaica's structural codes and permitting processes are less robust than those in the United States, making it more vulnerable to severe hurricane damage [6] - A Category Five hurricane in Jamaica is expected to be extremely severe compared to a similar hurricane in a place like Tampa, Florida, due to infrastructure differences [6] Potential Impact - The hurricane is expected to widen economic disparities and negatively impact vulnerable populations [1] - The sustained wind is expected to cause roofs to be ripped off, putting people at risk [5]