Hurricane Melissa death toll rises to 28 in Jamaica

Jamaica Reels: Hurricane Melissa Leaves Devastation in Its WakeHurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm ever recorded to hit Jamaica, has left a trail of destruction, with at least twenty-eight fatalities and more deaths under review. Western Jamaica, including Black River and Montego Bay, bore the brunt of the storm's fury, with winds reaching nearly 185 mph. Landslides, flooding, and debris have destroyed homes and cut off communities from help. Communication networks and electricity have been knocked out, leaving nearly three quarters of Jamaicans without power and over six thousand people in emergency shelters. Desperate residents have been looting supermarkets and pharmacies for supplies, while aid convoys face challenges in reaching those most affected. Meanwhile, Haiti and the Dominican Republic have also reported deaths linked to the storm, and Cuba has evacuated thousands and seen damage to over sixty thousand homes. Experts warn that storms like Melissa may become more frequent and destructive due to changing climate patterns and warmer sea temperatures. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.