Hurricane Melissa Heads Towards Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa has strengthened into a Category 5 storm, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain, and catastrophic flooding to the Caribbean.
According to the National Hurricane Center in Miami, the storm's impacts are already being felt in Jamaica, with the eye of the storm expected to reach the island soon.
- Winds extend about 195 miles outward from the center
- Storm surge and catastrophic flooding expected to intensify
- Destructive winds, especially in the mountains, to begin by evening
Jamaica: Do not venture out of your safe shelter. Catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding and numerous landslides are likely today through Tuesday.
The storm is moving at 3 mph, essentially stalling over the islands and bringing constant, steady impacts that will last for days.
Author's summary: Hurricane Melissa brings catastrophic damage to Jamaica.
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