Hurricane Melissa, a formidable Category 5 storm, continues to wreak havoc across eastern Cuba and is poised to advance into the southwestern Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center has issued urgent warnings of catastrophic winds, torrential rainfall, and perilous storm surges affecting multiple Caribbean nations. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its latest advisory at 5:00 am local time on Wednesday, underscoring the severe dangers posed by the hurricane. In Jamaica, authorities have implored residents to stay indoors, citing risks of downed power lines, flooding, and other hazards. Safety measures include proper generator ventilation to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and cautious clean-up operations. Haiti and the Dominican Republic are bracing for devastating flash floods and landslides, with Haiti’s communities likely to be cut off due to extensive damage. Eastern Cuba is enduring life-threatening storm surges and flash floods, with hurricane-force winds battering the region. The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos are also on high alert, with hurricane conditions, heavy rainfall, and storm surges expected. Bermuda, though farther from the storm’s core, may face hurricane conditions and heavy rainfall by Thursday. NOAA forecasters have emphasized that Hurricane Melissa remains a grave threat, urging residents in affected areas to take all necessary precautions.
Hurricane Melissa Brings Life-Threatening Floods and Winds Across Caribbean
