Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica braces for catastrophic storm; 7 dead across Caribbean

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, is strengthening as it heads towards Jamaica, with officials warning of catastrophic winds and floods. This is the strongest storm ever recorded to strike the island, prompting mandatory evacuations and fears of widespread devastation. Relief efforts are being prepared as the nation braces for impact.

Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica braces for catastrophic storm; 7 dead across Caribbean
Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, is strengthening as it heads towards Jamaica, with officials warning of catastrophic winds and floods. This is the strongest storm ever recorded to strike the island, prompting mandatory evacuations and fears of widespread devastation. Relief efforts are being prepared as the nation braces for impact.