Folks: Jamaica has never had a Cat 4 or 5 landfall, can you believe it? Map shows the Cat 3s.
Most recent close pass by Cat 4 was just last year, Beryl 2024. #Melissa could be closer, stronger, and last longer.
List of deadliest/strongest Jamaica Hurricanes https://www.accuweather.com/en/hurricane/jamaica-has-a-rich-hurricane-history-but-has-avoided-most-powerful-storms/1828176
A concerning situation is unfolding as Tropical Storm #Melissa nears Jamaica 🇯🇲
With flooding already affecting Hispaniola, Melissa’s slow motion could bring days of heavy rain to Jamaica. Dangerous flash flooding, landslides, and damaging hurricane-force winds are possible.
Here comes the cold front (plus a plane flying over)