Hurricane Melissa Leaves Mark of Destruction Across the Caribbean

Thu Oct 30 2025 17:09:28 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Hurricane Melissa wreaks havoc in Jamaica and Haiti, resulting in widespread devastation and loss of life. As rescue efforts continue, communities face the daunting task of rebuilding.

Hurricane Melissa has devastated parts of the Caribbean, particularly Jamaica and Haiti, resulting in dozens of fatalities and widespread destruction. Reports indicate that up to 90% of roofs have been destroyed in Jamaica, while heavy floods have claimed lives in Haiti. As countries initiate rescue and recovery operations, the impact of this monster storm is felt far and wide, leading to international support efforts.

Hurricane Melissa Leaves Mark of Destruction Across the Caribbean

Hurricane Melissa has continued its devastating sweep across the Caribbean, decimating homes and infrastructure, flooding neighborhoods, and leaving dozens dead.

The impact in Jamaica was clearer on Wednesday, after the island nation was hit squarely by the category five storm - one of the most powerful hurricanes ever measured in the region. At least five people have been confirmed dead there.

At least another 20 died during flooding in Haiti as Melissa, now a category two storm, tore through the region.

In Jamaica, people remain stranded on roofs and without power. Prime Minister Andrew Holness noted the total devastation across the island-nation, stating that 80-90% of roofs were destroyed, along with hospitals, libraries, police stations, port houses, and other urban infrastructure.

King Charles expressed his deep concern and sadness over the immense damage in Jamaica and the broader Caribbean, emphasizing the urgent need to restore the balance of nature.

From Jamaica, the storm moved north to Cuba, maintaining its strength as it caused catastrophic flash flooding and landslides.

The US has responded by sending a disaster response team to Haiti and Jamaica to assess needs, as both nations brace for recovery.