Hurricane Melissa makes landfall as Category 5 storm
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Watch this wild swirl at Hurricane Melissa’s core. Here’s what’s happening.
Storm's 185 mph winds are equivalent to EF4 tornado, threaten complete structural collapse and months-long power outages. Click to learn more.
At least a dozen tornadoes caused immense damage across the Treasure Coast a year ago; rebuilding efforts continue.
A large thunderstorm swept in from the sea and hit Florida‘s Mexico Beach early on Monday morning after warnings of a tornado threat. There was also a risk of flash flooding in the area, forecasters warned. In an X post, meteorologist Jim Cantore called the storm “dangerous” and said trailers and RVs in the area had been overturned.
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Hurricane Melissa making landfall as one of the strongest hurricanes ever
Hurricane Melissa is making history as one of the strongest landfalling hurricanes ever in the Atlantic Ocean. NOAA and Air Force Hurricane Hunters found that Hurricane Melissa has strengthened further this morning, reaching a minimum pressure of 892 mb and maximum sustained winds of 185 mph on approach to Jamaica.
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"We will go on": Jamaican Point Park graduate describes Hurricane Melissa's landfall on island
Nicola Carara's home has suffered damage, including a leaking roof and fallen trees, but she said the impact is minimal compared to surrounding areas.
The number of storms that leap from Category 1 to Category 3 or higher within 36 hours “more than doubled” over a 20-year period.
A group of Oklahomans stranded in Jamaica due to Hurricane Melissa are helping with cleanup efforts as they await their return home.
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10/28: Hurricane Melissa making landfall with 185 mph winds, equivalent to an EF-4 tornado
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