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Hurricane Melissa Threatens Caribbean: Prepare for Flooding

10/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane, moving slowly through the Caribbean and posing flooding risks for Haiti and Jamaica.
The National Hurricane Center warns of 5 to 10 inches of rain, potentially triggering mudslides and flash flooding in Haiti’s mountainous regions.
Emanuel Pierre from Haiti’s Civil Protection Office urges preparedness as cholera cases resurge.

History

Historical Context

Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans on August 29, 2005, as a Category 3 hurricane, causing over 1,800 deaths and $125 billion in damages. The disaster exposed severe flaws in the federal response, particularly by FEMA, leading to widespread criticism and the resignation of key officials. The ongoing threat of storms, like Tropical Storm Melissa, highlights the region's vulnerability and the need for improved disaster preparedness.

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Story summary

Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane, moving slowly through the Caribbean and posing flooding risks for Haiti and Jamaica.
The National Hurricane Center warns of 5 to 10 inches of rain, potentially triggering mudslides and flash flooding in Haiti’s mountainous regions.
Emanuel Pierre from Haiti’s Civil Protection Office urges preparedness as cholera cases resurge.

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