What is the current status of Tropical Storm Melissa?

Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane by late this weekend or early next week.

What are the potential impacts of Tropical Storm Melissa on the U.S. East Coast?

While the U.S. East Coast is expected to avoid direct impacts, the region may still face increased onshore winds, coastal flooding, and beach erosion due to Melissa.

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Tropical Storm Melissa Threatens Caribbean, Potential U.S. Impact Looms

Q: How will Tropical Storm Melissa impact Jamaica and Haiti?

Melissa's slow motion could lead to a prolonged period of strong winds, possibly lasting for a day or more, in Jamaica and the Tiburon peninsula of Haiti.

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Summary

Tropical Storm Melissa expected to strengthen into major hurricane by weekend
Significant flooding risks for Jamaica, Haiti, and Dominican Republic
Potential for rough surf, coastal flooding, and beach erosion along U.S. East Coast

Tropical Storm Melissa Threatens Caribbean, Potential U.S. Impact Looms

As of October 23rd, 2025, Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to pose a significant threat to the Caribbean over the coming days. According to the National Hurricane Center, Melissa is anticipated to produce heavy rainfall across parts of the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Jamaica through the weekend, "bringing a risk of significant, life-threatening flash flooding and numerous landslides."

The system could reach major hurricane strength by late this weekend or early next week. The National Hurricane Center has warned that due to Melissa's slow motion, the risk of a prolonged period of strong winds, possibly lasting for a day or more, is increasing for Jamaica and the Tiburon peninsula of Haiti. Preparations to protect life and property should be rushed to completion, as strong winds could begin in these areas on Friday and continue increasing over the weekend.