Hurricane Beryl and the Recovery of Union Island
Hurricane Beryl caused severe damage across Union Island and the Southern Grenadines in July 2024.
Homes, boats, businesses, public buildings, tourism sites, power, water, transport and daily life were badly affected. Many families lost roofs, belongings, income and a safe place to stay.
This page documents what happened, how the first emergency response was organized, and how local recovery projects helped Union Island begin to rebuild.
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Union Island after Beryl
After the storm, the first needs were basic: drinking water, food, shelter, medicine, communication, fuel, tools, power and safe transport.
Today, most homes have been repaired and the island is ready for visitors again. The airport is fully reopened and operational, small restaurants and businesses are welcoming guests, and beach days and island activities are back to normal. Choosing local accommodation, meals and excursions supports the people who helped bring the island back.
Open for visitors
The beaches and attractions are back to normal for visitors. Enjoy time in Clifton, beach lunches, island tours and boat trips to the nearby Grenadines.
Airport fully reopened
Union Island Airport has fully reopened and is operating normally. Confirm your flight and onward transfer when booking, just as you would for any island trip.
Restaurants welcoming guests
Many small restaurants and local kitchens have reopened, with new places to eat joining them. Accommodation, taxis and boat operators are ready to help you enjoy your stay.
Why visitors matter
Tourism is part of Union Island’s recovery. When visitors stay on the island, eat at local restaurants, book local boat trips, hire local taxis, use local guides and shop locally, that money reaches families and small businesses directly.
Relief supplies
Relief flights and supply deliveries were among the first lifelines after Hurricane Beryl, bringing urgent food, water, tools, fuel and medical support.
Shelter village
A temporary shelter village helped people who had lost homes, with tents, solar-powered electricity, running water, showers and daily food support.
Tools and rebuilding
A free tool bank helped residents borrow drills, saws, jackhammers and other tools needed for clearing, repairs and rebuilding.
Solar and Starlink
Solar systems, batteries and Starlink terminals helped shelters, police, NEMO and residents stay connected while power and communications were down.
Homes and schools
Recovery projects helped repair roofs, deliver windows and doors, support school repairs, prepare foundations and provide lumber for housing work.
Boats and local income
Boat and outboard engine repair support helped fishermen, water taxis and transport operators get back on the water and restart income.
Support Union Island now
Union Island is ready to welcome you back. Book local accommodation, eat at the reopened restaurants and new small kitchens, and explore with local boat operators, taxi drivers and guides. Your visit supports island families and businesses, while verified community projects continue to help where support is needed.