Hurricane Melissa poses "catastrophic" threat to Caribbean: Jamaica braces for direct hit
Summary
Hurricane Melissa has rapidly strengthened into a Category 4 storm and is moving toward Jamaica, expected to hit the island early this week. The storm has already caused several deaths in Haiti and the Dominican Republic and is predicted to bring severe flooding and damage to Jamaica and nearby regions. Jamaican authorities have urged residents to take safety precautions immediately.Key Facts
- Hurricane Melissa became a Category 4 storm on Sunday.
- The hurricane is heading towards Jamaica, expected to hit as a Category 5 storm.
- At least three people died in Haiti, and one in the Dominican Republic due to the storm.
- The storm could bring up to 30 inches of rain to Jamaica and 16 inches to southern Hispaniola.
- The National Hurricane Center warns of life-threatening flooding and landslides.
- Melissa's maximum winds reached 145 mph, moving at 5 mph, 115 miles south-southwest of Kingston.
- Jamaican Prime Minister urged residents to seek safety and avoid risks.
- The Caribbean is experiencing unusually warm sea temperatures, linked to climate change.
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