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Hurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica: $9 Billion Damage, 45 Dead

11/20/2025

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Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on October 28, 2024, causing nearly $9 billion in damages.
The impact equals about 41% of Jamaica's 2024 GDP.
The official death toll is 45, with 15 missing.
The United Nations reports 1.6 million affected, including 477,000 children facing education disruptions.
Local businesses, including Jakes hotel, aid recovery as the World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank prepare to assist Jamaica.

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Story summary

Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on October 28, 2024, causing nearly $9 billion in damages.
The impact equals about 41% of Jamaica's 2024 GDP.
The official death toll is 45, with 15 missing.
The United Nations reports 1.6 million affected, including 477,000 children facing education disruptions.
Local businesses, including Jakes hotel, aid recovery as the World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank prepare to assist Jamaica.