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Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica's Strongest Storm Since 1851 Approaches

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Source: The Guardian
Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica's Strongest Storm Since 1851 Approaches
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Hurricane Melissa, the strongest storm to hit Jamaica since 1851, is a catastrophic category 5 hurricane with winds of 180mph, causing severe flooding and damage, exacerbated by climate change-induced ocean warming, and prompting widespread evacuations and preparations.

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  1. Hurricane Melissa: a visual guide to Jamaica’s strongest storm since 1851  The Guardian
  2. Live Updates: Hurricane Melissa Nears Landfall in Jamaica and Will Bring Catastrophic Winds and Rain  The New York Times
  3. Hurricane Melissa ties record for strongest storm to hit land in Atlantic  WFTV
  4. ‘Oh my Jesus Christ': John Morales reacts as Melissa's pressure drops, breaking Milton's record  NBC 6 South Florida
  5. In Photos: Hurricane Melissa bears down on Jamaica : The Picture Show  NPR

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