Humanitarian Aid & Disaster Relief - Starlink is providing vital connectivity to support Hurricane Melissa relief and recovery efforts [1] - Over 800 Starlink kits have been donated to local governments and humanitarian organizations [1] - 600+ Starlink kits were donated in Jamaica [1] - Free service has been enabled for customers in impacted areas [1] - Starlink distributed kits to organizations restoring connectivity in major hospitals and distributing essential supplies [2] - Direct to Cell capabilities were activated, enabling mobile connectivity for over 250,000 people in impacted areas [2] Technology & Connectivity - Starlink is supporting efforts on the ground and providing connectivity when it matters most [3]

Impact of Hurricane Melissa - The hurricane has caused a huge impact, with people suffering and significant damage observed [1][2] - Approximately 25,000 people are seeking shelter [2] - More than 15 million children are at risk due to the storm [5] - In Jamaica alone, 700,000 children are at risk [6] - Prior to the hurricane, only 67% of families in Jamaica had access to safe water [6] Healthcare System Vulnerability - Nearly a quarter of Jamaica's health facilities were damaged last year by Hurricane Barrel, highlighting the fragility of the healthcare system [3] - A hospital roof was ripped off, further straining the healthcare infrastructure [3] - Many health facilities are affected, requiring assessment to reestablish access for people as soon as possible [5] Relief Efforts and Needs - UNICEF is working with partners to provide supplies such as water, sanitation, hygiene, and food to those in shelters [3][7] - The education system is halted, with schools being used as shelters [5] - Immediate lifesaving supplies are needed, followed by a long recovery phase requiring ongoing support [8] - UNICEF is requesting support to address the huge needs of the affected population [7]

Service & Support - Starlink is supporting emergency response and relief efforts in Cape Verde [1] - Starlink is providing one month of free service to new and existing customers in Cape Verde [1] Customer Inquiry - A customer inquired about exceptional measures for Cape Verde due to a storm on the 11th [1]