Hurricane Melissa Ramps Up to Category 4, Poses Flood Risk to Jamaica and Haiti

Hurricane Melissa has intensified into a dangerous Category 4 storm, threatening Jamaica and Haiti with severe flooding as it approaches the Caribbean region.

As of Sunday, Hurricane Melissa has escalated to a Category 4 storm on the Saffir–Simpson scale, with meteorologists warning of possible Category 5 status.
The hurricane is expected to bring torrential rain, posing significant flood risks to the northern coast of Jamaica and Haiti, which are already vulnerable to tropical cyclones.
U.S. forecasters highlighted the potential for catastrophic flooding in Jamaica and Haiti, underscoring the urgent need for preparedness as the storm approaches.

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The intensification of Hurricane Melissa raises concerns about the impact on vulnerable populations in Jamaica and Haiti, illustrating the ongoing challenges posed by climate change and severe weather events in the Caribbean.