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Hurricane Melissa Sparks Debate on Category 6 Classification

11/7/2025

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Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica and Cuba, prompting discussion of a Category 6 classification due to its unprecedented intensity.
Studies indicate Melissa's maximum winds were boosted by 7% and rainfall by 16% by human-induced climate change.
The storm's slow movement allowed it to gather more energy, exacerbating its destructive impact.
Scientists warn that without immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, future hurricanes will likely be even more severe.

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Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica and Cuba, prompting discussion of a Category 6 classification due to its unprecedented intensity.
Studies indicate Melissa's maximum winds were boosted by 7% and rainfall by 16% by human-induced climate change.
The storm's slow movement allowed it to gather more energy, exacerbating its destructive impact.
Scientists warn that without immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, future hurricanes will likely be even more severe.