Jordan Senior's cabin in Jamaica is one of his main sources of income. It has suffered severe flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.

Hurricane Melissa left Jamaica in ruins, Haiti grieving dozens lost, and Cuba’s sacred sites damaged as recovery crews race to isolated towns.

As Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica with 185 mph winds, a lone utility pole in Treasure Beach became a viral symbol of resilience, capturing global attention on social media. The record-breaking Category 5 storm left widespread destruction,

In July 2024, Hurricane Beryl’s outer bands battered Jamaica’s southern coast. The seaside communities of the southern parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth were the worst affected, and many were still picking up the pieces when Hurricane Melissa struck.

The hurricane weakened to a Category 3 after carving a path of destruction across Jamaica. Limited communications there have left officials with only partial reports as they seek to assess the scale of the damage.

Hurricane Melissa has caused devastating flooding in Haiti, leading to at least 20 deaths on the island. Many homes have been washed away in the floodwaters and people have been clearing debris with their bare hands, Pascal Bimenyimana from the World Relief NGO says.