Guardian Says It Has Settled Close to 80% of Its Hurricane Melissa Claims

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JAMAICA · INSURANCE

While Guardian reports progress, most Jamaican policyholders remain underinsured, and the wider market still faces large backlogs.

Guardian Holdings says it has settled close to 80% of its Hurricane Melissa claims in Jamaica, according to the Financial Gleaner. The regional insurer, headquartered in Trinidad and Tobago, reported this progress in late August 2026.

Guardian Says It Has Settled Close to 80% of Its Hurricane Melissa Claims

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