strong winds and high waves wreaked havoc on several islands in the lesser antilles. in antigua and barbuda, winds reaching damaged numerous houses on barbuda and destroyed nearly 45% of residences on antigua. an estimated 1,700 people were forced to flee to shelters and about 3,200 others were left homeless. within antigua and barbuda alone, three fatalities occurred, 165 people were injured, and damage totaled to $350 million. strong winds in guadeloupe caused moderate damage to homes and trees, especially in the grande-terre region. at basse-terre, nearly 100% of the banana crop was destroyed. heavy rainfall in this portion of the island caused significant damage to roads. high waves also caused significant coastal flooding on the west coast of the island. about $50 million in damage was reported and one fatality occurred. the most significant effects occurred in the netherlands antilles, especially on saint martin – including both the french and dutch side of the island. approximately 60% of buildings were damaged to some degree. additionally, severe disruption to utility services was reported, including water, electricity, and telephone service. nine deaths and $1.8 billion in damage was reported on the island.