Metro Atlanta woman worries about family, friends in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa is expected to make landfall

Hurricane Melissa approaches Jamaica as a Category 5 storm. Some say that it resembles Hurricane Gilbert in 1988.

Jamaica has weathered many hurricanes but not the most powerful ones

Jamaica's central location in the Caribbean, the island has never recorded a direct landfall from a Category 4 or 5 hurricane, according to records from the National Hurricane Center (NHC) dating back to 1850.

5 Startling Facts About Hurricane Melissa as Dangerous Storm Makes Historic Landfall in Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa has grown into one of the most powerful storms the Atlantic has seen in years. Here are five startling facts about this devastating storm.

Hurricane Melissa intensifies to Category 5, threatens Jamaica with 'catastrophic' flooding

The most powerful storm to hit the region since 1988 could inundate some areas of eastern Jamaica with up to 40 inches of rain. The arrival of its core has been delayed by stalling.

‘We’re little but strong’ | Jamaicans in Houston share hope and concern as Hurricane Melissa hits island

The last time Jamaica faced a storm of this magnitude was Hurricane Gilbert in 1988, which devastated much of the island.

Where is Hurricane Melissa headed? Track storm's path as it's set to weaken

Hurricane Melissa is expected to weaken into an extratropical cyclone on Friday, Oct. 31, the National Hurricane Center said.
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