Hurricane Melissa has rapidly intensified into a powerful Category 4 storm, posing a severe threat to Jamaica with destructive winds, torrential rains, flooding, and landslides. Currently, the storm’s unofficial center is located approximately 120 to 130 miles southeast of Kingston, moving slowly westward, escalating the danger to the island. Meteorologists warn that Melissa could potentially strengthen further into a Category 5 hurricane. The U.S. National Hurricane Center has issued alerts for rainfall amounts reaching up to 760 mm across Jamaica, with localized areas potentially experiencing up to 1,010 mm. Additionally, storm surges of up to 4 meters are expected along the southern coastline. Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness has urged residents to take all warnings seriously and prepare for prolonged impacts, stating, ‘All of Jamaica will be affected in the coming days.’ Over 650 shelters have been activated, the Norman Manley International Airport has been closed, and emergency supplies have been distributed across the island. The storm is also expected to impact Haiti and parts of Cuba, further extending its reach across the Caribbean region.