Jamaica is grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, a catastrophic storm that has left nearly 3 million residents battling power outages, flooded streets, and collapsed infrastructure. The Category 4 hurricane, which struck earlier this week, tore through coastal towns and inland communities alike—flattening homes, uprooting trees, and triggering landslides.
🔍 What’s happening now? Emergency crews are working around the clock to clear debris and restore essential services. Social media footage shows locals banding together to distribute supplies, while international aid organizations deploy teams to assist. 'This is the worst we’ve seen in decades,' one Kingston resident told volunteers.
🌱 Why it matters: Experts warn that climate change is intensifying hurricanes, putting Caribbean nations at greater risk. Jamaica’s tourism-dependent economy—already recovering from pandemic losses—faces new challenges as key resorts and roads remain damaged.
📢 Stay tuned: Recovery efforts could take months, with meteorologists tracking another tropical system forming in the Atlantic. Follow @NewspaperAmigo for real-time updates.
