Hurricane Melissa has grown stronger and is now a Category 5 storm, expected to bring devastating floods and damage to Jamaica’s infrastructure. The island can expect heavy rain, with some areas receiving up to 30 inches of rainfall by Tuesday. Residents are advised to stay away from safe shelters during the storm due to sustained winds of 175 miles per hour.
Source: https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/hurricane-melissa-barrels-down-on-jamaica-as-category-5-storm-11a39b95