What is the current status of Hurricane Melissa?

As of October 29, 2025, Hurricane Melissa has moved away from Jamaica and is now impacting Cuba, where it has caused "extensive damage" according to the country's president.

How many people were evacuated in Cuba due to Hurricane Melissa?

Over 700,000 people were evacuated to shelters in Cuba as the powerful Category 5 hurricane approached the island.

What is the situation like in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa's landfall?

The town of Black River in Jamaica suffered catastrophic damage, with entire communities submerged and historic buildings destroyed. Thousands of tourists remain stranded as the country's major airports were also impacted.

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Melissa's Wrath: Widespread Destruction Reported Across Caribbean

29 Oct

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Summary

Hurricane Melissa leaves "extensive damage" in Cuba after pummeling Jamaica
Over 700,000 people evacuated in Cuba as Melissa brings powerful winds and heavy rain
Thousands of tourists stranded in Jamaica as airports and infrastructure suffer major damage

Melissa's Wrath: Widespread Destruction Reported Across Caribbean

On October 29, 2025, Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category 5 storm, has been wreaking havoc across the Caribbean. After making landfall in Jamaica on October 28th, Melissa left a trail of catastrophic damage in its wake. The town of Black River was particularly hard hit, with reports of entire communities submerged and historic buildings like the St. John Parish Anglican Church destroyed.

As Melissa moved on to Cuba, the island nation also experienced "extensive damage," according to President Miguel Díaz-Canel. Over 700,000 people were evacuated to shelters as the storm brought its powerful winds and epic rainfall. The situation remains dire, with ongoing flooding, landslides, and power outages across the region.