Where is Hurricane Melissa now?
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Hurricane Melissa is currently impacting Cuba after devastating Jamaica. The storm made landfall in Cuba as a Category 3 hurricane, causing heavy rains, flooding, and mass evacuations. Over 735,000 people are sheltering in eastern Cuba, and the storm continues to pose risks to infrastructure and safety across the region.
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Dozens killed after Melissa makes landfall in Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica
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- Hurricane Melissa made landfall as a Category 5 storm with winds up to 295 km/h. 10s
- At least one death was reported in Jamaica after a tree fell on a baby. 24s
- In Haiti's Petit Guave, at least 25 people died due to severe flooding. 36s
- Cuba reported widespread destruction, including collapsed houses and blocked roads. 49s
- Around 735,000 people are sheltering in eastern Cuba due to the disaster. 59s
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12 hours agoDozens killed after Melissa makes landfall in Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica
Cuba is grappling with significant destruction. Reports of collapsed houses, blocked mountain roads and roofs ripped away have emerged, particularly in the southwest and northwest regions. Authorities estimate that around 735,000 people are currently sheltering in eastern Cuba.
