The Caribbean is reeling from the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, a powerful storm system that has carved a path of destruction through multiple islands, leaving dozens dead and communities in ruins.
A Trail of Destruction
Emergency services across the region are working tirelessly to assess the full scale of the catastrophe as rescue teams battle flooded roads and damaged infrastructure to reach stranded residents. The storm's ferocious winds and torrential rainfall have transformed once-vibrant communities into scenes of devastation.
Island Nations Battered
Multiple Caribbean nations have reported significant damage to homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure. Power outages are widespread, with many areas completely cut off from communication networks, hampering rescue efforts and making it difficult to establish a complete casualty count.
Emergency Response Mobilised
International aid organisations and regional governments have launched coordinated relief operations, deploying emergency supplies and medical teams to the hardest-hit areas. The priority remains locating survivors and providing immediate medical care to the injured.
Climate Concerns Amplified
Meteorologists note that Hurricane Melissa's rapid intensification and destructive power align with patterns observed in recent years, raising further concerns about climate change's impact on storm behaviour in the Atlantic basin.
As recovery efforts continue, the full human and economic toll of Hurricane Melissa remains uncertain, with officials warning that the death count may rise as search operations reach isolated communities.
