World Vision Haiti Mobilizes Emergency Response as Hurricane Melissa Intensifies 

PORT-AU-PRINCE (October 27, 2025) – As Hurricane Melissa strengthens into a major category 5 hurricane, global Christian humanitarian agency World Vision is rapidly scaling up its emergency response to protect vulnerable children and families across Haiti.

The Government of Haiti has issued a red alert- its highest level- for Grand’Anse and Sud departments, with orange alerts across South-East, Nippes, and West. Authorities are urging communities to follow official guidance and avoid high-risk areas.

Agricultural livelihoods are under severe threat. Heavy rains and strong winds have damaged crops, obstructed access to farmland and markets, and disrupted fishing activities along the southern coast. In Mapou, more than 35 acres of maize have been lost. These impacts threaten the upcoming winter harvest and risk deepening food insecurity.

World Vision Haiti has activated its emergency response teams and is coordinating closely with the Directorate of Civil Protection (DGPC) and humanitarian partners. Prepositioned relief supplies are ready to support 3,000 households with hygiene kits, kitchen sets, and shelter materials. Rapid response teams are on standby to deploy as needed.

“Children and families in Haiti are facing compounding crises,” said Lesly Michaud, World Vision’s national program director in Haiti. “We are committed to standing with communities through this storm and beyond, ensuring they receive the support they need to recover and rebuild.”

World Vision Haiti continues to monitor the situation closely and remains focused on protecting the most vulnerable, restoring livelihoods, and supporting long-term resilience.

About World Vision:
World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. Motivated by our faith in Jesus Christ, we serve alongside the poor and oppressed as a demonstration of God’s unconditional love for all people. World Vision serves all people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender. For more information, visit worldvision.org or follow on X @WorldVisionUSA.