
Hurricane Melissa Causes Flooding and Damage Across the Caribbean and U.S.
Hurricane Melissa, now a Category 2 storm, is moving towards Bermuda and Newfoundland, bringing heavy rain to the Mid-Atlantic and New England regions of the US.
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Hurricane Melissa, now a Category 2 storm, is moving towards Bermuda and Newfoundland, bringing heavy rain to the Mid-Atlantic and New England regions of the US.

A slow-moving storm in Central Florida dumped nearly 20 inches of rain in 24 hours, causing severe flash floods, road closures, and water line breaks, with rainfall levels comparable to a hurricane, highlighting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events.

Hurricane Melissa is intensifying into a rare Category 5 storm heading towards Jamaica, bringing life-threatening flooding, landslides, and widespread damage, with warnings issued for surrounding regions including Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba. Preparations are urged as the storm is expected to weaken slightly before landfall, but impacts will remain severe.

Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to rapidly intensify into a Category 4 hurricane, potentially reaching Category 5, and pose catastrophic threats to Jamaica and the northern Caribbean with extreme rainfall, wind damage, and storm surge, while Haiti and the Dominican Republic also face severe flooding and landslides.

Tropical Storm Melissa is forecasted to strengthen into a Category 4 hurricane by Sunday, potentially becoming the strongest to hit Jamaica in over 35 years, bringing heavy rain, destructive winds, and catastrophic flooding to parts of the Caribbean, including Haiti and the Dominican Republic, with a multi-day impact expected through Tuesday.

Jamaica and the Caribbean face a severe threat from Tropical Storm Melissa, which is expected to rapidly intensify into a Category 4 hurricane, bringing extreme rainfall, damaging winds, and potential catastrophic flooding and landslides, with Jamaica being the most at risk.

FOX Weather's Bryan Norcross reports that Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to intensify soon, potentially becoming a hurricane and reaching Category 3 or 4 strength in the coming days.

Tropical Storm Jerry has formed in the central Atlantic and is expected to strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane, potentially impacting the northern Leeward Islands, but is not expected to threaten the US mainland due to a cold front. The Atlantic hurricane season is winding down, but late-season storms and weather patterns like the Central American Gyre could still produce significant storms in October and November.

Tropical Storm Jerry has formed in the Atlantic and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane within a few days, with its core forecasted to approach the northern Leeward Islands; its impact on Florida or the U.S. remains uncertain, but it is generating dangerous swells and rip currents.

The National Hurricane Center warns of a storm forming near the Southeast, potentially stalling offshore of the Carolinas early next week, bringing heavy rain, damaging winds, and large waves to coastal areas.
Governor McMaster declared a State of Emergency in South Carolina due to Tropical Disturbance 94L, urging residents to prepare for potential severe weather, including wind, heavy rain, and flooding, by reviewing emergency plans and staying informed through official channels.

Humberto has rapidly intensified into a major hurricane in the Atlantic, with potential impacts on Bermuda and the US East Coast, while another system, Invest 94L, is closely monitored for possible development and landfall in the Southeast US, amid concerns about climate change effects on ocean warmth.

Forecasters are monitoring a developing storm near the Southeast coast, with a 90% chance of forming into a tropical storm or hurricane early next week, potentially bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas to Georgia, the Carolinas, and Virginia.

Two tropical systems, including Tropical Storm Humberto, are approaching the U.S. East Coast, with potential to become hurricanes and impact Florida and surrounding areas, though forecast uncertainties remain high due to their proximity and interaction.

Tropical Storm Humberto has formed in the Atlantic, contributing to an active hurricane season that includes Hurricane Gabrielle and a potential new storm, making this one of the most active periods of the year with uncertain impacts.