With the help of satellites, we are beginning to get an understanding of just how catastrophic Hurricane Melissa was. On Oct. 28, Hurricane Melissa became the fourth hurricane in

Hurricane Melissa has unleashed unprecedented destruction on Jamaica, marking one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic. With sustained winds reaching 185 mph and a central pressure of 892 millibars—tied for the third lowest in Atlantic hurricane history—the storm has forced the nation into a state of emergency and left millions scrambling for safety.

Hurricane Melissa has devastated Jamaica, causing severe damage to fishing and farming communities. Prince Davis, a fisherman, discovered his boat and home were destroyed while he was in Nicaragua.

At first light on Wednesday, the coastal communities of southwestern Jamaica bore the devastation of being in the direct path of Hurricane Melissa.

Hurricane Melissa damaged several Caribbean islands and left at least 60 people dead. One family that was trapped in Jamaica is just now getting back home.

Hurricane Melissa has hit southwestern Jamaica as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, causing heavy flooding and wind damage.

Tampa businessman David Luckain was born in Jamaica. He was there visiting when Hurricane Melissa hit the Island on October 28th and says he's never experienced anything like it.

Janice Dormar, Roosevelt Anderson, and Kemar Himes arrived on Monday at Miami International Airport from Jamaica.