Hurricane Melissa Claims 28 Lives in Jamaica as Recovery Efforts Intensify

Hurricane Melissa, a powerful tropical cyclone, has devastated Jamaica, leading to a rising death toll of 28 and prompting intensive recovery efforts from authorities.

• As of Saturday, the death toll from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica has reached 28, according to Prime Minister Andrew Holness, following the storms Category 5 landfall.
• Recovery operations are being coordinated by the Jamaica Defence Force and the Ministry of Health and Wellness, focusing on verifying casualty reports in Kingston, Jamaica.
• The impact of Hurricane Melissa has severely affected tourism, with major disruptions reported at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, hindering travel and economic recovery.