Category 5 Storm Leaves Trail of Destruction Across Northern Caribbean
At least seven people have died as Hurricane Melissa, a catastrophic Category 5 storm, swept through the northern Caribbean this week. The hurricane made landfall Tuesday on Jamaica’s southwestern coast, unleashing torrential rains and winds exceeding 160 mph (257 km/h).
Local media reports confirm fatalities in multiple locations, including Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica. Emergency crews are working around the clock to clear debris and restore power to affected communities. “This is one of the strongest storms we’ve seen in decades,” a Jamaican rescue coordinator told reporters.
🌊 The hurricane’s path disrupted cruise ship routes and forced airports to cancel flights. Tourists in popular destinations like Montego Bay were evacuated to shelters. Scientists note that warmer ocean temperatures may have contributed to Melissa’s rapid intensification – a growing concern during this record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season.
