Hurricane Melissa has slammed into Jamaica with devastating force, bringing torrential rains, catastrophic winds, and widespread power outages across the island. The US National Hurricane Center confirmed that a reconnaissance aircraft flew directly through the eye of the storm, capturing rare, high-intensity data as Melissa reached Category 5 strength — the most powerful ever recorded in the Caribbean in recent years. Emergency alerts and evacuation orders have been issued for coastal regions, while rescue operations are underway amid fears of flash floods and landslides. Authorities are urging residents to stay indoors, as the full impact of Hurricane Melissa continues to unfold LIVE across Jamaica.
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