NEWS
Hurricane Melissa death toll rises as flooding devastates communities
Hurricane Melissa, a Category 3 storm, has caused at least 25 deaths in Haiti due to severe flooding. It continues to impact the Caribbean, recently moving through Cuba, prompting the evacuation of over 730,000 people. The storm previously struck Jamaica as a Category 5 hurricane, damaging infrastructure in Kingston. Relief efforts are underway, with the U.S. pledging humanitarian aid and authorities assessing damage to airports and communications.