Historic Hurricane Melissa will be a Direct Hit into Jamaica - Videos, NHC info - October 26, 2025+, tambien parte de Cuba

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Alerta Meteorológica – Embajada de los Estados Unidos en La Habana, Cuba (27 de octubre de 2025)
Ubicación: El oriente de Cuba
Evento: Huracán Melissa

El Centro Nacional de Huracanes (NHC, por sus siglas en inglés) designó al huracán Melissa categoría 5 el lunes 27 de octubre de 2025. El huracán Melissa continúa estacionado al sur de Jamaica y se proyecta que cruce el oriente de Cuba el martes por la noche. El Centro Nacional de Huracanes (NHC) ha emitido una advertencia de tormenta tropical para la provincia cubana de Las Tunas y una advertencia de huracán para las provincias cubanas de Granma, Santiago de Cuba, Guantánamo y Holguín. Las autoridades cubanas han emitido un aviso de huracán para las provincias de Granma, Santiago de Cuba, Guantánamo y Holguín y una alerta de huracán para las provincias de Ciego de Ávila y Sancti Spiritus. Sin embargo, la trayectoria de un huracán puede cambiar rápidamente. Según informes en los medios, el régimen cubano ha comenzado a evacuar a los residentes en las zonas costeras de la provincia de Guantánamo y está solicitando a los residentes evacuar en partes de Las Tunas, Granma, Santiago de Cuba y Holguín. Incluso antes de la llegada del huracán, existe un riesgo alto de marejadas ciclónicas significativas, vientos dañinos y lluvias intensas. Se prevén marejadas ciclónicas a lo largo de la costa sureste de Cuba entre la noche del martes y el miércoles, con alturas máximas que podrían alcanzar entre 7 y 11 pies. Estas marejadas pudieran ser acompañadas por olas grandes y destructivas. Se espera acumulaciones de 15 a 20 pulgadas de lluvia desde hoy hasta el miércoles, lo que podría provocar inundaciones amenazantes a la vida y potencialmente catastróficas, junto con numerosos deslizamientos de tierra. La infraestructura deteriorada en estas provincias y en toda Cuba, incluyendo una red eléctrica ya frágil y una capacidad limitada para proporcionar servicios básicos, podría dificultar aún más una respuesta inmediata ante cualquier emergencia médica o de otra índole. El Ministerio de Transporte de Cuba (MITRANS) ha suspendido los servicios de trenes, autobuses y vuelos en la región oriental, así como el transporte marítimo en la región occidental, debido a los riesgos asociados con el huracán. El huracán Melissa también podría afectar los siguientes aeropuertos en la región oriental: el Aeropuerto Internacional Frank País (Holguín), el Aeropuerto Internacional Antonio Maceo (Santiago de Cuba), el Aeropuerto Sierra Maestra (Manzanillo, Granma) y el Aeropuerto Gustavo Rizo (Baracoa, Guantánamo). Dependiendo de la trayectoria de la tormenta, el Aeropuerto Ignacio Agramonte (Camagüey) también podría verse afectado. Esta es una tormenta peligrosa. Los ciudadanos estadounidenses que se encuentren en la trayectoria del huracán deben decidir entre salir ahora mientras haya vuelos disponibles o prepararse para refugiarse en un lugar seguro en Cuba. Tengan en cuenta la falta de infraestructura de salud en Cuba, incluyendo una red eléctrica poco confiable, al hacer sus preparativos. Viaje bajo su propio riesgo. El gobierno de los Estados Unidos no puede garantizar su seguridad al viajar a aeropuertos, fronteras o salidas del país. Deben considerar su situación de seguridad personal antes de viajar. Solo intenten salir de Cuba o viajar dentro del país si creen que es seguro hacerlo. Verifique interrupciones actuales o futuras de vuelos directamente con las aerolíneas. La Embajada de los Estados Unidos en La Habana, Cuba, sigue disponible para Servicios a Ciudadanos Estadounidenses. Los ciudadanos estadounidenses deben llamar a la embajada si necesitan asistencia de emergencia. Manténgase informado sobre el progreso del Huracán Melissa a través de fuentes locales y estadounidenses, como el Centro Nacional de Huracanes.​

 

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PAHO monitors Hurricane Melissa and supports health preparedness in the Caribbean

28 Oct 2025

Washington, D.C., 28 October 2025 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is closely monitoring the evolution of Hurricane Melissa, classified as a Category 5 hurricane, as it moves across the Caribbean region. The storm is already affecting Jamaica, and it is forecast that this island and Cuba will face the most severe impacts through Wednesday. Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas may also experience related effects.

According to the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC), Melissa is expected to bring extremely heavy rainfall, strong winds, storm surges, and widespread flooding, posing significant risks to public health and the continuity of essential services.

Through its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in Washington, D.C., PAHO is maintaining continuous coordination with Ministries of Health in the countries at risk, tracking the hurricane’s trajectory and potential health impacts. PAHO is also working with regional emergency management and humanitarian partners, including the United Nations and the Caribbean disaster management agencies, to harmonize readiness and response efforts. Readiness

As part of its readiness measures, PAHO has prepositioned emergency medical kits and supplies in Haiti. These include interagency emergency health kits, trauma kits, and cyclone response kits stored at the Central Medical Warehouse (PROMESS) in Tabarre, on the outskirts of Port-au-Prince, for rapid deployment as needed.

Additional stocks of essential medicines, medical and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) supplies, and laboratory materials are maintained at the PAHO Regional Strategic Reserve in Panama. PAHO’s multidisciplinary regional response team are ready for deployment to assist with health damage and needs assessments, coordination, emergency care, re-establishing essential health services, and the prevent and control of outbreaks, among others.

In Haiti, the Ministry of Health has activated its crisis cell and regional health offices are on alert. Preliminary reports indicate localized flooding and disruptions in some health facilities, with measures underway to maintain patient care. In Jamaica, authorities have activated the national Emergency Operations Centre to coordinate the response, including hospitals and health centers. Health authorities in eastern Cuba and southern Dominican Republic remain on alert for potential flooding and service disruptions.

Potential health impact


Authorities are preparing for significant risks to public health and the functionality of health systems in affected countries. The following priorities outline key areas of concern requiring immediate attention and coordinated action:

• Health services: Melissa is expected to disrupt health care delivery, with potential damage to health facilities, power and water outages, and limited access—particularly in coastal and rural areas. Hospitals may face service interruptions and increased emergency caseloads.
• Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH): Damage to water and sanitation infrastructure in health facilities and shelters may increase the risk of outbreaks and disrupt the regular functioning of hospitals.
• Disease surveillance: Flooding and displacement heighten the risk of water- and vector-borne diseases outbreaks and respiratory infections in crowded shelters. Strengthening surveillance is key to the early detection of potential disease outbreaks.
• Mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS): Displacement, loss, and prolonged stress have increased psychosocial needs. PAHO supports the integration of psychological first aid and community-based mental health care into response operations.

To mitigate these risks, rapid assessments of the health service network should be conducted to determine functionality, damage, and urgent needs to save lives in the immediate aftermath of the hurricane. Additionally, restoring and maintaining safe water, sanitation, and hygiene in health facilities and shelters will be a top priority to prevent secondary disease outbreaks.

PAHO is providing guidance to national and local authorities to reorganize service delivery to ensure timely access to emergency and essential medical care, enhance infection prevention and control, and strengthen medical waste management and water safety monitoring to ensure readiness for a rapid response if the hurricane impacts health services.

PAHO will continue to monitor the evolution of the hurricane and support countries in implementing response measures, in close coordination with governments and humanitarian partners, to maintain health services and protect communities that may be affected.​

https://www.paho.org/en/news/28-10-...sa-and-supports-health-preparedness-caribbean

 

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Current time in Kingston, Jamaica11:17 a.m. Oct. 28
Live Updated
Oct. 28, 2025, 11:15 a.m. ET1 minute ago

Live Updates: Hurricane Melissa, Stronger Than Katrina, Nears Landfall in Jamaica
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WTNT63 KNHC 281701
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Hurricane Melissa Tropical Cyclone Update
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL132025
100 PM EDT Tue Oct 28 2025

...CATEGORY 5 MELISSA MAKES LANDFALL IN JAMAICA...
...ONE OF THE MOST POWERFUL HURRICANE LANDFALLS ON RECORD IN THE
ATLANTIC BASIN...

Melissa has made landfall in southwestern Jamaica near New Hope with
estimated maximum sustained winds of 185 mph (295 km/h) and an
estimated minimum central pressure of 892 mb (26.34 inches).

THIS IS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING SITUATION! Do
not leave your shelter as the eye passes over, as winds will
quickly, and rapidly increase on the other side of the eye.
Residents should remain in place through the passage of these
life-threatening conditions. To protect yourself from wind, the
best thing you can do is put as many walls as possible between you
and the outside. An interior room without windows, ideally one where
you can also avoid falling trees, is the safest place you can be in
a building. You can cover yourself with a mattress and wear a
helmet for added protection.

The next position update will be provided with the intermediate
advisory at 200 PM EDT (1800 UTC).

SUMMARY OF 100 PM EDT...1700 UTC...INFORMATION
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LOCATION...18.1N 78.0W
ABOUT 25 MI...40 KM SE OF NEGRIL JAMAICA
ABOUT 145 MI...235 KM S OF GUANTANAMO CUBA
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...185 MPH...295 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...NNE OR 25 DEGREES AT 9 MPH...15 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...892 MB...26.34 INCHES


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Melissa toca tierra en Jamaica como un huracán de categoría 5 destructivo

Mary Gilbert El huracán Melissa tocó tierra alrededor de la 1 p.m. ET del martes cerca de New Hope, Jamaica, como un huracán de categoría 5 con vientos de 298 km/h, según el Centro Nacional de Huracanes.​

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"Unimaginable devastation" in Jamaica, "considerable damage" in Haiti: Hurricane Melissa has killed at least 20 people

Published on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 4:32 PM

When it struck Jamaica on Tuesday, October 28, Melissa reached the 1935 record for the most intense hurricane at the time of landfall, according to an analysis of meteorological data from the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Hurricane Melissa left behind images of "unimaginable devastation" in Jamaica, Eric Falt, UNESCO's regional director for the Caribbean, told franceinfo in Kingston on Wednesday, October 29. This hurricane equaled the record held for 90 years by Hurricane Labor Day, which devastated the Florida Keys (southeastern United States) in 1935 with winds also approaching 300 km/h.

While a full death toll is not yet available, at least 20 people have been killed in Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, Panama, and, most notably, Haiti. In Jamaica, homes, commercial buildings, and road infrastructure have suffered extensive damage, according to the Jamaican Prime Minister, speaking on CNN. In southwestern Jamaica, the city of St. Elizabeth was flooded and several hospitals damaged, while the capital, Kingston, was largely spared. Communications with the rest of the island are, however, disrupted.

The hurricane then made landfall in Cuba after being downgraded to a Category 3 storm. "The night was very complex ," Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said on his social media account, urging Cubans to "stay indoors" due to the very strong winds. Waves up to eight meters high battered the island's southern coast, and a state of emergency was declared in six provinces in eastern Cuba. Streets in Santiago de Cuba, in the east of the island, were flooded and littered with debris; trees and power lines were down, AFP journalists on the ground reported. The United States announced it would deploy emergency response teams to the Caribbean, while the United Kingdom would provide €2.8 million in emergency financial aid.

https://www.radiofrance.fr/francein...n-melissa-a-tue-au-moins-20-personnes-2749178
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Hurricane Melissa is heading towards Bermuda; at least 20 people have died in Haiti.

Agence France-Presse
Published at 6:56 AM CET

Hurricane Melissa, which has killed at least 20 people in Haiti, devastated entire regions of Jamaica and flooded Cuba, is expected to hit Bermuda on Thursday after a multi-day journey through the Caribbean.

Melissa is expected to hit the island (of Bermuda) later today and this evening , according to the latest update from the US National Hurricane Center (NHC), which reports winds measured at 165 km/h and possible coastal flooding .

Authorities in the Bahamas archipelago, however, have cancelled the hurricane warning for the central and southern Bahamas, as well as for the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Since Wednesday, Cuba has been cleaning its flooded and debris-covered streets. Armed with machetes, neighbors in Santiago de Cuba, the country's second-largest city, helped each other on Wednesday to clear streets littered with trees and branches, AFP observed.

Parts of houses have collapsed, corrugated iron roofs twisted by the winds lie on the ground, and the city is without electricity, with many poles lying on the ground. Rivers have burst their banks and in some places the water has reached a man's height.

The roof of Mariela Reyes' house was torn off and crashed into the street. " It's not easy to lose everything you have, the little you own ," said the discouraged 55-year-old woman.

Immense destruction

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel indicated that the hurricane had caused considerable damage , without announcing any human toll.

In Haiti, not directly hit by the hurricane but severely affected by heavy rains, at least 20 people, including 10 children, have died and 10 are missing, according to the Director General of Civil Protection, Emmanuel Pierre.

Three people died in Panama, three in Jamaica and one in the Dominican Republic.

Hurricane Melissa was the most powerful to make landfall in 90 years when it struck Jamaica on Tuesday as a Category 5 hurricane, the highest on the Saffir-Simpson scale, with winds of about 300 km/h.

There has been immense, unprecedented destruction of infrastructure, property, roads, communication and energy networks , said Dennis Zulu, UN coordinator in several Caribbean countries, including Jamaica, speaking from Kingston via video.

People are in shelters across the country [...]. Our preliminary assessments show that the country has been devastated to levels never seen before , he added, mentioning a million people affected.

Stay strong. We will rebuild, we will rise again , promised Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness on X.

Dana Morris Dixon, Minister of Education and Information, indicated that the damage was significant in western Jamaica , but stressed that the capital Kingston had not been severely damaged .

Desmond McKenzie, Minister for Local Government, noted that amidst all this, a baby had been safely delivered in emergency circumstances. So there is [...] a baby Melissa .

Help is starting to arrive

Gradually, foreign aid began to pour in.

The United States has sent rescue and response teams to the affected areas, along with vital supplies , US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on X.

The United Kingdom will provide emergency financial aid of £2.5 million (C$4.6 million) for affected countries, according to its Foreign Office.

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https://ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/2203168/ouragan-melissa-bermudes-haiti

 

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Situation Report 3 Haiti - Hurricane Melissa. 29 Oct. 2025

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Highlights: After heavy rains during the night of 28 October and all day the October 29, several flooded rivers have been reported, including Digue river in Petit-Goave (Ouest department) that caused 12 deaths (including 9 children) and 20 people wounded (one of them with multiple trauma). • 7 IDP sites in Leogane housing at least 1000 people are flooded. • 4 health facilities in Leogane are reported to be flooded. • A flooded river has also caused heavy damage to the road entering Jacmel, in the Sud-Est department which might cause further delays to aid delivery.

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https://www.paho.org/en/documents/situation-report-3-haiti-hurricane-melissa-29-oct-2025

 

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Hurricane Melissa: MSF is preparing to respond in Jamaica and other countries

We are assessing the needs in the region and readying emergency teams and supplies.

October 29, 2025

On Tuesday, October 28, the devastating Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica, causing flooding and widespread destruction. The hurricane is now affecting Cuba and other countries in the region.

Brice de le Vingne, head of the Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) emergency unit, gave the following statement:

“We express our deep regret at the tragic loss of life and destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa, and our solidarity with everyone who has been affected.

“The airport in Jamaica is currently closed, but MSF is preparing to send emergency teams specializing in health care, logistics, and water and sanitation to respond. We are also preparing supplies to be sent once the airport reopens, so we can provide people with general health care and essential items such as medical kits, non-food items, and critical materials for the provision of safe water, depending on the needs identified.

Although we are not present in some of these countries, we know from our more than 50 years’ experience responding to emergencies that there will be immediate need for food and shelter for people. They will also have medical needs.

Brice de le Vingne, head of MSF emergency unit
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Responding to Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, Bahamas, Cuba, Bermuda, Haiti, and Turks and Caicos Islands

On October 28, Hurricane Melissa, a catastrophic Category 5 storm, made landfall over New Hope, Jamaica, with wind speeds of 185 mph. The storm caused widespread damage, hospital evacuations, and flooding across the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Cuba and the Turks and Caicos Islands, where fatalities were reported.

President Trump authorized an immediate U.S. response, directing the Department of State to mobilize support for affected communities. Within hours, Secretary Rubio deployed a regional Disaster Assistance Response Team, including urban search-and-rescue teams, to assess needs and provide search and recovery assistance. The State Department is collaborating with UN agencies, NGOs, and host governments to deliver food, water, medical supplies, hygiene kits, temporary shelter, and search and rescue support.

Monetary Contributions: The Most Effective Public Response to Disasters


Financial donations to established relief agencies are the most efficient way to support disaster response efforts. When making donations, cash is best. Cash contributions allow relief organizations to purchase urgently needed supplies locally, avoiding delays and high transportation costs. Local purchases also support economies, ensure culturally appropriate goods, and expedite delivery. In contrast, unsolicited donations of household items often clog supply chains, divert resources, and increase logistical costs.

Relief organizations assess needs on the ground and coordinate with governments and local groups to ensure accurate, evolving responses. When material donations are needed, agencies will issue specific appeals detailing items, collection timelines, and transportation instructions.

The Government of Jamaica has also launched a dedicated platform to mobilize support, channel relief and coordinate recovery efforts in the wake of times of crisis and disaster. Individuals seeking to support disaster-affected people in Jamaica should visit https://supportjamaica.gov.jm.

Volunteer Opportunities in Disaster Relief


Overseas disaster relief opportunities for untrained volunteers are extremely limited. Relief agencies prioritize candidates with fluency in local languages, technical expertise, and at least ten years of experience in fields like medicine, logistics, or engineering. Most professionals are sourced locally, minimizing costs and logistical challenges. Untrained individuals can contribute by raising funds and promoting awareness of organizations supporting trained personnel. Every donation, regardless of size, helps save lives and reduce suffering in the most efficient and impactful ways.

Scam Alerts Following Hurricane Melissa


The U.S. Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued warnings about scams targeting residents and donors in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. Scammers often exploit the chaos and emotions surrounding natural disasters to steal money or personal information.

Common Scams to Watch For:

• Fake Charities: Fraudulent websites or social media pages mimicking legitimate disaster relief organizations.
• AI-Generated Scams: Scammers use artificial intelligence to create convincing fake images and videos to solicit donations.
• Crowdfunding Scams: Unverified campaigns on social media may be fraudulent. Donate only to established charities with proven disaster relief experience.
• Stay vigilant and verify organizations before donating.

U.S. Citizens in Need of Assistance


U.S. citizens abroad in need of emergency consular assistance due to Hurricane Melissa or their family members should call the State Department at 1-888-407-4747 or +1 202-501-4444 from overseas. They may also contact the embassy via the following:

• Jamaica: U.S. Embassy Kingston at KingstonACS@state.gov
• Haiti: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince at acspap@state.gov
• Dominican Republic: U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo at SDOAmericans@state.gov
• Cuba: U.S. Embassy Havana at ACSHavana@state.gov
• Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands: U.S. Embassy Nassau at Bahamas.ACS@gdit-gss.com
• Bermuda: U.S. Consulate General Hamilton at HamiltonConsulate@state.gov

U.S. Embassy staff in Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas are working tirelessly to provide consular assistance to U.S. citizens and their families in the affected areas. We are also monitoring conditions in Bermuda as the storm moves Northward. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at step.state.gov to receive safety and security updates from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Information is available through alerts, embassy and consulate websites, and travel.state.gov.
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