Hurricane Melissa Hits Cat 5, Sparks Evacuations And Warnings
Trees sway in the wind as Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 strength, bringing winds of 260 km/h (160 mph) and up to 1 meter (40 inches) of rain, on October 26, 2025 in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. The slow-moving storm was located southwest of Kingston and is expected to make landfall late Monday or early Tuesday. Authorities ordered evacuations in low-lying areas including Port Royal, opened nearly 900 shelters, and closed both international airports. Officials warned of "catastrophic" flash floods and landslides. (Footage by @MrTobySmith/Spectee via Getty Images UGC)
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October 26, 2025
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Ocho Rios, Jamaica
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