The Caribbean is grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, a catastrophic storm that has left a trail of destruction in its wake. After wreaking havoc in Jamaica and Cuba, the hurricane is now advancing toward the Central and Southeast Bahamas, where it is anticipated to make its third landfall. Although Melissa has weakened from its peak intensity of 185 miles per hour winds, it remains a formidable threat to the region. The Disaster Risk Management Authority (DRM Authority) in The Bahamas has issued Alert #23, cautioning residents of impending damaging winds, heavy rainfall, flooding, and dangerous storm surges. Meanwhile, Jamaica, which has been granted the all-clear, faces an arduous recovery process. Senator Dr. Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, Minister of Education, Skills, Youth, and Information, revealed that 77% of the country remains without electricity, and over 70 of the island’s 700 water systems are non-operational. Utility and communication providers have commenced restoration efforts, but the extensive damage suggests a prolonged recovery period. Despite the hurricane’s departure, Jamaica remains at risk, with a Flash Flood Watch in effect for northern, southwestern, and south-central parishes. Additional rainfall could exacerbate flooding and trigger landslides, particularly in vulnerable areas.