where is hurricane melissa going to hit
Hurricane Melissa was forecast to hit Jamaica first, then move on toward southeastern Cuba and the Bahamas, with dangerous impacts spread well beyond the exact landfall point.
Main impact zones
- The core of Hurricane Melissa was expected to make landfall along Jamaica’s southern coast , with some forecasts placing landfall near or just west of Kingston on a Tuesday morning.
- After Jamaica, the projected track took Melissa across southeastern Cuba on Tuesday night, then over the southeastern or central Bahamas on Wednesday.
- Forecasts stressed a cone of uncertainty , meaning destructive winds, storm surge, and flooding rains could affect areas outside the precise landfall point.
Severity and timing
- Melissa intensified into a major hurricane , with some reports noting Category 4–5 strength as it approached Jamaica, bringing the risk of “catastrophic” winds and flooding.
- Meteorological agencies warned of 15–30 inches (about 38–76 cm) of rain over Jamaica and parts of southern Hispaniola, raising the threat of flash flooding and landslides.
- Because the storm was slow moving , forecasters highlighted that rainfall and damaging conditions could last many hours, worsening impacts in mountainous areas.
Safety notes
- Anyone in or near the forecast path (Jamaica, eastern/southeastern Cuba, the Bahamas, and nearby Caribbean islands) should follow local emergency managers and official weather services for the latest track and evacuation guidance.
- Storm track models are updated frequently; even small shifts can change who gets the worst surge, wind, and flooding, so real-time local updates are critical.
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