Roads in sections of Manchester impassable

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Roads in sections of Manchester impassable

Several roads in sections of central and south Manchester are impassable due to the heavy downpour from the tropical wave that has been impacting Jamaica. Residents in Alligator Pond and New Forest are reportedly considering relocating as they are...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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