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"Jamaica Braces for Hurricane Melissa: Guest Safety Tops Resort Prep Efforts"
Jamaica is preparing for Hurricane Melissa, a Category five tropical cyclone with 175 mph winds, as resorts prioritize guest safety amidst the impending storm.
- As Hurricane Melissa approaches, Kingston, Jamaicas 63-room hotel is relocating guests to higher floors and reinforcing structures against the impending tropical cyclone.
- The storm, classified as a top-level Category five on the Saffir–Simpson scale, poses significant risks, with winds reaching 175 mph (280 km/h).
- Local preparations in Port Royal include clearing boats and trimming trees, reflecting Jamaicas resilience and experience with hurricanes, enhancing guest safety at the hotel.
Why It Matters
Hurricane Melissas threat underscores the vulnerability of Caribbean nations to extreme weather events, emphasizing the importance of effective disaster preparedness and response strategies in safeguarding residents and tourists alike.