KINGSTON, Jamaica — In response to the imminent threat posed by Hurricane Melissa, Scotia Group has announced the temporary closure of all its facilities, including Scotiabank branches, Scotia Insurance offices, Scotia Investments, and Scotia Protect. The shutdown will be in effect on Monday, October 27, and Tuesday, October 28, to ensure the safety of both staff and customers. The financial conglomerate has assured the public that it will provide updates on reopening plans once the storm has subsided and a thorough assessment of operational readiness has been completed. Additionally, customers are being cautioned to anticipate potential delays in online transfers during this period. Scotia Group has urged its clients to take precautionary measures, such as safeguarding critical financial documents, identification cards, and bank cards, to mitigate the impact of the hurricane.