The authorities estimate that 95% of the infrastructure is damaged, and the entire population of the island (about 1,800 people) was evacuated.

"For the first time in 300 years on the island of Barbuda there was not a single person left - the civilization that existed on this island for more than 300 years has been destroyed," said Ambassador of Antigua and Barbuda to the USA Ronald Sanders.

According to him, Irma was the "most severe hurricane" in the history of the island. The hurricane reached a width of 608 km, while the size of Barbuda was 161 sq.. km.

People from the island were evacuated to Antigua, writes forumdaily.

"We tried to quickly build a dwelling fit for life. Fortunately, we were expecting a hurricane and ordered advance supplies of building materials from Miami, "said Sanders.

Although the authorities tried to create the most acceptable conditions for life, Sanders said that many victims live in close quarters in state institutions and homes for the elderly.

The ambassador noted that the island should be built from scratch and financial assistance is needed.

"We are a small island nation, and Antigua's gross domestic product is $ 1 billion a year. We can not independently build an island. We hope for help from the international community, "he said..

According to initial estimates, the island needs $ 200 million to restore.