Hurricane Melissa leaves dozens dead in rampage across Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica

South China Morning PostCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete by Associated PressOctober 29, 2025 at 06:10 PM

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Hurricane Melissa caused widespread destruction and left dozens dead across Cuba, Haiti, and Jamaica. The Category 5 storm made landfall in Jamaica on Tuesday with winds reaching up to 295 km/h (185 mph), before weakening as it moved onto Cuba. In Jamaica, landslides blocked roads, and homes were damaged by flooding and wind. A landslide in St Elizabeth parish left streets covered in mud and caused significant damage at a local high school. In Haiti, at least 25 people died due to flooding from the storm, with many more trapped under collapsed buildings. The southern coastal town of Petit-Goave experienced severe flooding when the La Digue river overflowed its banks.

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St Elizabeth parish 40% Jennifer Small ×240% Santa Cruz 50% Petit-Goave ×250% Jean Bertrand Subreme 60% Cuba ×270% Haiti ×380% Jamaica ×490% Hurricane Melissa ×4100%

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