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Hurricane Melissa Rips Roof Off Jamaican Hospital

Hurricane Melissa Rips Roof Off Jamaican Hospital

Summary

Hurricane Melissa, a powerful storm, caused extensive damage in Jamaica, including tearing the roof off a hospital in Westmoreland. The hurricane is one of the strongest to ever hit the island, resulting in at least seven deaths in the Caribbean. Authorities have warned residents to remain sheltered due to ongoing dangerous conditions.

Key Facts

  • Hurricane Melissa hit Jamaica as a Category 5 storm, with winds reaching 185 mph.
  • The storm is the strongest ever recorded in Jamaica.
  • At least seven people have died in the Caribbean because of the hurricane.
  • The roof of a hospital in Westmoreland was ripped off during the storm.
  • The Savanna La Mar hospital serves about 150,000 people in the area.
  • Jamaican health facilities are equipped with generators for emergencies.
  • People are advised to stay sheltered until the storm passes.
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