Hurricane Melissa has already passed over Jamaica and is no longer affecting the island directly; it crossed the country on 28 October 2025 and moved on toward Cuba and the Bahamas within about a day.

What already happened

  • Hurricane Melissa made landfall in western Jamaica on 28 October 2025 as a Category 5 storm, with sustained winds near 185 mph.
  • The center of the storm crossed the island and emerged off the north coast later the same day, meaning the most intense conditions lasted on the order of hours, not days, at any given location.
  • After leaving Jamaica, Melissa weakened somewhat and then struck Cuba on 29 October before continuing toward the Bahamas and then into the open Atlantic.

If you are in Jamaica now

  • There is no active Hurricane Melissa over Jamaica at present; any ongoing issues are due to damage left behind, such as power outages, flooding, or disrupted services.
  • For current local conditions (rain bands, flooding, or new systems), follow:
    • Jamaica Meteorological Service and local TV/radio.
    • Official emergency management and government alerts.

Why forecasts said it would “move through”

  • Forecasts in late October 2025 described Melissa as “moving through Jamaica” on Tuesday 28 October, then on to Cuba that night and the south‑eastern Bahamas on Wednesday 29 October, reflecting a fast-moving core once landfall occurred.
  • Although the core moved on quickly, the wider storm envelope brought strong winds and heavy rain to the region over roughly a 24–36 hour window as it approached, crossed, and then moved away from the island.

Safety reminders after the storm

  • Even after a major hurricane departs, serious hazards can remain: contaminated water, downed power lines, unstable buildings, and landslides in saturated hillsides.
  • Authorities typically advise:
    • Staying away from flooded areas and damaged infrastructure.
    • Boiling or treating water if supply safety is uncertain.
    • Following curfews, shelter guidance, and relief distribution instructions.

For travelers and “latest news”

  • Travel advisories during and shortly after Melissa reported airport closures and major disruption to transport and tourism, especially around and just after 28 October 2025.
  • If you are planning a trip now, check the latest official travel advisories and airline notices, as those will reflect the current status of infrastructure recovery rather than the passage of the storm itself.

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