Hurricane Melissa Intensifies in the Caribbean
Life-threatening flash flooding is possible in Jamaica and Haiti as slow-moving Melissa continues to strengthen and impact the region through the next week.
Hurricane Melissa is poised to rapidly intensify in the Caribbean, with the system expected to continue intensifying through the weekend.
- Widespread life-threatening flash flooding is expected in Jamaica and Haiti.
- Tourists in the region are urged to heed the advice of local officials.
A stalled hurricane can produce disastrous flash flooding.
Millions of residents across the northern Caribbean are at risk for life-threatening flash flooding and mudslides into next week as the growing storm meanders through the region.
Author's summary: Hurricane Melissa intensifies.
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