5 h. ago Hurricane Melissa: British nationals in Jamaica told to register presence as ‘storm of century’ closes in

While the government does not keep a record of the number of British nationals overseas, around 5,000 British nationals are thought to be on the island

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10 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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10 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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14 h. ago UK travellers hit by flight delays and cancellations ahead of ‘catastrophic’ Hurricane Melissa

Holidaymakers stranded in Jamaica as airlines warn passengers not to travel to airports

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33 h. ago Hurricane Melissa: UK travellers hit by flight delays and cancellations ahead of ‘catastrophic’ storm

Holidaymakers stranded in Jamaica as airlines warn passengers not to travel to airports

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35 h. ago Hurricane Melissa: UK travellers hit by flight delays and cancellations ahead of storm landfall

British Airways has postponed a flight to Kingston by 24 hours, while Virgin Atlantic has grounded a round-trip to Montego Bay

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2 w. ago Flights delayed across multiple major airports due to government shutdown

More than 3,000 flight delays were reported Tuesday with Nashville and Chicago airports being hit hard

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2 w. ago Major airports struggle with flight delays and staff shortages as government shutdown enters second week

More than 3,000 flight delays were reported Tuesday with Nashville and Chicago airports being hit hard

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