Alaskans monitor loved ones as Hurricane Melissa hits Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category Five storm, is making headlines as it sweeps through the Caribbean, causing concern in places like Alaska with close family connections to Jamaica. Despite the threat, Jamaicans are known for their resilience, but the aftermath of such a storm can be challenging, with power outages, flooded homes, and property damage. Alaskans with Jamaican heritage, like Jowaine Woolery and Venice Simpson, are staying in constant contact with family, focusing on what they can control, and preparing to help with recovery efforts once it's safe to do so. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.