29 m. ago Hurricane Melissa hurtles towards Jamaica with island braced for 175mph winds and huge 13ft

LIVE UPDATES: Follow the latest development as Hurricane Melissa - the world's most powerful storm this year - approaches Jamaica after barrelling across the Caribbean Sea.

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31 m. ago Hurricane Melissa latest updates: Red Cross says 1.5m people in Jamaica could be impacted as most powerful storm of the year set to make landfall

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says ‘storm of the century’ is expected to cause a ‘catastrophic situation’Jamaicans take shelter as Melissa bears downTell us if you’ve been affectedHurricane Melissa is predicted to be the most powerful hurricane to hit Jamaica on record and is reported to be the strongest storm anywhere on Earth so far this year when measuring wind speeds and central pressure.Its maximum sustained winds are 175 mph (282km/h), according to the National Hurricane Center, as of 2pm ET.We urge the public to exercise extreme caution: activities such as climbing roofs, securing sandbags, or cutting trees may seem manageable, but even minor mistakes during hurricane conditions can result in serious injury or death.Driving through flooded roads or areas with debris is also extremely hazardous. Health centres remain closed, but hospitals are open and attending to storm-related injuries. Please be wise, stay safe, and protect yourself and your family during this ...

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33 m. ago Hurricane tracker reveals Melissa's path as strongest storm in history moves in on Jamaica and sparks US coastal threats

A new interactive hurricane tracker reveals Melissa's 'catastrophic' path through the Caribbean, as weather experts warn the US coast is under a hazardous conditions advisory.

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35 m. ago Hurricane Melissa has 'all the ingredients to be catastrophic', scientists warn

Hurricane Melissa has the potential to cause massive destruction as it makes landfall in Jamaica today, scientists have warned.

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49 m. ago Hurricane Melissa latest: Jamaica faces catastrophe as ‘storm of the century’ to make landfall

At least seven people have already been killed as the storm batters the Caribbean with heavy winds and torrential rainfall

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49 m. ago Hurricane Melissa tracker map as Jamaica and Cuba hammered by 'catastrophic' 175mph winds

Hurricane Melissa is expected to make landfall in the Caribbean today and surge across the region, catching several countries in its breadth including Jamaica and Cuba

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69 m. ago TUI, Virgin Atlantic and BA delay flights at popular holiday island as UK tourists issued warning

Jamaica's two main airports have closed as Hurricane Melissa is set to make landfall

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90 m. ago Jamaican prime minister implores public to shelter from Hurricane Melissa as some refuse evacuation

Jamaica's prime minister implored residents to evacuate as Hurricane Melissa began lashing the island with violent gusts on Monday (October 27) as it approached landfall.

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1 hour ago Hurricane Melissa latest: ‘Catastrophic situation’ expected in Jamaica as ‘storm of the century’ to make landfall

At least seven people have already been killed as the storm batters the Caribbean with heavy winds and torrential rainfall

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1 hour ago Hurricane Melissa path latest: Category 5 storm tracking towards Jamaica as island authorities order an evacuation

The record-breaking storm is barreling toward Jamaica

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2 h. ago How global warming has intensified Hurricane Melissa: An expert explains

Increasingly warm oceans resulting from global warming are a key reason for Hurricane Melissa's wind speed doubling in less than 24 hours over the weekend, climate scientists have said.

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2 h. ago British holidaymaker stranded by Hurricane Melissa describes ‘undercurrent of panic’ in Jamaica

A British holidaymaker trapped in Jamaica has described how there is an "undercurrent of panic" on the island as Hurricane Melisaa is set to make landfall on Tuesday (28 October).

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2 h. ago Flights cancelled and cruise ships change routes as Hurricane Melissa hits Caribbean

Jamaica is being hit by a devastating storm, what could be the strongest on record for the island - meteorologists warning of 'catastrophic and life-threatening' conditions.

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2 h. ago Is it safe to travel to Jamaica during Hurricane Melissa – and what should I do if I’m trapped on holiday there?

The Jamaican government has closed its international airports until further notice

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3 h. ago Hurricane Melissa latest: World’s strongest storm to make landfall in Jamaica as death toll rises to 7

At least seven people have already been killed as the storm batters the Caribbean with heavy winds and torrential rainfall

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3 h. ago Storm hunters capture incredible footage inside eye of Hurricane Melissa

Mesmerising footage from inside Hurricane Melissa was captured by a US Air Force Reserve crew on Monday (27 October).

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4 h. ago Hurricane Melissa latest updates: three dead in Jamaica as most powerful storm of the year set to make landfall

Jamaican officials tell public to shelter; three dead in Jamaica and four dead in Haiti and Dominican RepublicJamaicans take shelter as Melissa bears downTell us if you’ve been affectedHurricane Melissa is predicted to be the most powerful hurricane to hit Jamaica on record and is reported to be the strongest storm anywhere on Earth so far this year when measuring wind speeds and central pressure.Its maximum sustained winds are 175 mph (282km/h), according to the National Hurricane Center, as of 2pm ET.We urge the public to exercise extreme caution: activities such as climbing roofs, securing sandbags, or cutting trees may seem manageable, but even minor mistakes during hurricane conditions can result in serious injury or death.Driving through flooded roads or areas with debris is also extremely hazardous. Health centres remain closed, but hospitals are open and attending to storm-related injuries. Please be wise, stay safe, and protect yourself and your family during this storm. Co...

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5 h. ago Hurricane Melissa LIVE: Three dead as Jamaica braces for 'catastrophic' 175mph storm

Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful hurricane of the year so far, is hurtling towards Jamaica and is expected to make landfall soon

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6 h. ago Terrifying footage from the eye of Hurricane Melissa emerges as strongest storm on Earth this year sparks mass evacuations

Hurricane Melissa has strengthened into a catastrophic Category 5 storm as it barrels toward Jamaica, threatening the island with record-breaking winds, flooding, and landslides.

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