Hurricane Melissa, now Category 3, threatens heavy floods in Jamaica, Haiti
Summary
Hurricane Melissa has become a powerful Category 3 storm, causing heavy rain and threatening severe flooding in Jamaica and southern Haiti. It is expected to strengthen as it approaches Jamaica, with authorities preparing for potential damage by closing airports and activating shelters. The storm has already caused casualties in Haiti and the Dominican Republic and may affect other areas, including Cuba and the Bahamas.Key Facts
- Hurricane Melissa is now a Category 3 storm.
- The storm has maximum winds of 185 km/h (115 mph).
- It is centered about 200 km south-southeast of Kingston, Jamaica.
- Jamaica has closed the Norman Manley International Airport and activated over 650 shelters.
- Heavy rains could drop up to 76 cm (30 inches) on Jamaica and southern Hispaniola.
- Melissa has caused at least three deaths in Haiti and additional damage in the Dominican Republic.
- The Cuban government issued a hurricane watch for several provinces.
- Melissa is the 13th named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
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