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Hurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica: $6 Billion Damage Reported

11/10/2025

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Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on October 29, 2025, causing catastrophic damage and displacement.
Local officials reported 120,000 structures damaged, about 90,000 families affected, and more than 4 million tons of debris remain.
The U.S. State Department approved $24 million in assistance, with $12 million allocated for Jamaica.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness (Jamaica) said damages reach at least $6 billion and relief is expected to continue for months.

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Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on October 29, 2025, causing catastrophic damage and displacement.
Local officials reported 120,000 structures damaged, about 90,000 families affected, and more than 4 million tons of debris remain.
The U.S. State Department approved $24 million in assistance, with $12 million allocated for Jamaica.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness (Jamaica) said damages reach at least $6 billion and relief is expected to continue for months.