Tragedy Mounts: Hurricane Melissa’s Death Toll Reaches 65
• Hurricane Melissa has caused at least 65 deaths in the Caribbean, with Jamaica being the hardest hit.
• The Category 5 storm brought 185 mph winds, torrential rain, and storm surge, crippling infrastructure and isolating communities.
• International aid efforts are underway to provide relief and restore essential services to the affected areas.
Caribbean devastation death toll rises significantly
The death toll from Hurricane Melissa's devastation across the Caribbean has climbed to 65 and may reach at least 73, with Jamaica confirming 32 fatalities and investigating eight more. The Category 5 storm brought 185 mph winds, torrential rain, and storm surge, devastating western Jamaica. Power and water systems remain crippled, isolating 25 communities.
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