Hurricane Melissa is currently hitting Jamaica, and forecasts indicate it will move on to affect Cuba and the Bahamas after Jamaica. For the most precise and up-to-the-minute details, refer to official updates from the National Hurricane Center and local authorities. Key points based on latest advisories:
- Landfall in Jamaica occurred on the southern coast as a powerful storm, with catastrophic winds and life-threatening rainfall expected in the hardest-hit areas.
- Jamaica is likely to experience extreme wind speeds, widespread power outages, and dangerous storm surge along the southern coastline, along with significant rainfall and flash flooding in mountainous regions.
- After Jamaica, Melissa is forecast to move toward southeastern Cuba and then into the Bahamas, potentially maintaining hurricane strength as it tracks north-northeast.
- Impacts to other Caribbean nations (e.g., Haiti, Dominican Republic) have included severe flooding and fatalities in some areas, but the strongest effects are currently focused on Jamaica and Cuba.
Safety guidance:
- Follow official evacuation orders and shelter recommendations from local authorities.
- Maintain a emergency kit, keep informed via reputable weather services, and avoid area-specific guidance until it’s confirmed by local officials.
- Do not venture outdoors during core storm conditions; stay in secure, interior rooms away from windows.
If you’d like, I can pull the latest official advisories and summarize the latest landfall details and projected path for Jamaica, Cuba, and the Bahamas.
