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Hurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica, Leaves 45 Dead

11/22/2025

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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with winds of 185 mph, devastated Jamaica in late October, causing 45 deaths and 15 people missing.
The Jamaican government declared a disaster area and estimated damages at $8.8 billion, about 41% of the country's gross domestic product.
Asafa Powell, a former Olympic sprinter, and American athlete Noah Lyles are coordinating relief efforts, emphasizing the urgent need for support across affected communities.

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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with winds of 185 mph, devastated Jamaica in late October, causing 45 deaths and 15 people missing.
The Jamaican government declared a disaster area and estimated damages at $8.8 billion, about 41% of the country's gross domestic product.
Asafa Powell, a former Olympic sprinter, and American athlete Noah Lyles are coordinating relief efforts, emphasizing the urgent need for support across affected communities.