WMO Issues Dire Warning: Melissa Could Devastate Jamaica
• Hurricane Melissa is projected to be Jamaica's worst storm this century, with 300 km/h winds and a four-meter storm surge.
• Over 1.5 million Jamaicans are at risk, prompting the opening of 800 shelters and urgent evacuation orders.
• The WMO highlights the increasing intensity of hurricanes due to climate change, exacerbating the threat to vulnerable regions like Jamaica.
WMO warns of devastating hurricane in Jamaica
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a dire warning regarding Hurricane Melissa, projecting it to be the most devastating storm to hit Jamaica this century. With sustained winds reaching 300 km/h, the hurricane is expected to bring catastrophic conditions, including flash floods, landslides, and a storm surge of up to four meters. The impending disaster threatens over 1.5 million people across the island.
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