Archive · 27 Oct 2025
Hurricane Melissa Strengthens; Jamaica Braces for Impact
Hurricane Melissa is a very strong storm.
It's currently a Category 4 hurricane and might get stronger.
This means it could bring very strong winds and heavy rain to places like Jamaica and Cuba.
Experts believe this hurricane could bring heavy amounts of rainfall, possibly up to 40 inches in some areas.
Authorities have closed airports and activated shelters in preparation.
Some residents are evacuating, while others are staying.
People should prepare for potential flooding, landslides, and damaging winds.
Hurricane Melissa is a Category 4 hurricane.
The storm is heading towards Jamaica and Cuba.
Landfall in Jamaica expected Monday night or Tuesday morning.
Authorities have closed airports and activated shelters in Jamaica.
Some residents are evacuating, while others are staying.
- Who
- Hurricane Melissa
- What
- Category 4 hurricane, expected to strengthen
- When
- Expected landfall Monday night or Tuesday morning in Jamaica
- Where
- Jamaica, Cuba
- Why
- Expected to cause catastrophic damage
- Event
- Hurricane Melissa
- Current Status
- Category 4
- Maximum Sustained Winds
- Up to 140 mph
- Affected Areas
- Jamaica, Cuba
- Expected Landfall
- Jamaica: Monday night/Tuesday morning; Cuba: Late Tuesday
- Potential Impacts
- Catastrophic floods, landslides, storm surges
- Rainfall Amounts
- Up to 40 inches in some areas
Sources
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