Hurricane Melissa Hits Jamaica: Worst Storm in Island’s History

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Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica’s Strongest Storm in History :tornado: Jamaica is under threat as Hurricane Melissa, now a Category 5 storm, barrels toward the island with winds of 175mph. Officials have issued mass evacuations as the storm brings catastrophic flash flooding, deadly landslides, and record-breaking rainfall. With at least seven deaths already reported, this could become the worst natural disaster in Jamaica’s history.  Find out how this monster storm formed, where it’s heading, and why experts are calling it unprecedented.  :warning: Stay safe, stay informed, and don't forget to subscribe for real-time updates on global disasters. WooGlobe Ref : WGA147865 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Jamaica is bracing for impact as the world's strongest storm barrels toward the island.

00:04Hurricane Melissa is a record-breaking monster, and it's about to strike.

00:09Authorities have ordered evacuations across Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa,

00:13now a Category 5 storm, approaches with winds up to 175 miles per hour.

00:18This is not just a storm. It's a life-threatening disaster.

00:22Melissa has already claimed at least seven lives across the Caribbean.

00:26And experts warn more could follow.

00:28Jamaica is directly in Melissa's path and will face the storm at its peak intensity.

00:34The island could be hit with up to 40 inches of rain, flash floods, deadly landslides,

00:40and storm surges like never before.

00:42Melissa formed off West Africa and crept slowly across the Atlantic.

00:46That slow crawl let it gather unbelievable power.

00:50It's now the strongest storm Jamaica has ever faced, even worse than Hurricane Gilbert in 1988.

00:55Officials warn that Kingston will flood.

00:59Entire communities may be cut off.

01:01Power and communications could be out for days or longer.

01:04There are over 900 shelters open, but many say this may not be enough.

01:09If you're in Jamaica, do not take chances.

01:12Stay inside. Stay safe.

01:13This storm is rewriting the record books, and it's not done yet.

01:17This storm is rewriting the record books, and it's not done yet.

01:17Stay outside.

01:18Stay inside.

01:19Stay inside.

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01:21Stay inside.

01:22Go ahead.

01:22Stay inside.

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01:31We are going to see you behind me, as shown here.

01:32Do you know what you can see on the screen, for Typhう.

01:34anium has remained a chest brain tumor.

01:36Do you want to see it?

01:38If there's any chance to bring some Villa away.

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