Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa, which began as a tropical storm on 21 October 2025, has rapidly intensified since forming in the Caribbean and evolved into a major Category 5 hurricane with sustained winds of around 280km/h, effectively jumping four levels in 24 hours. 

Hurricane Beryl hit Jamaica on 3 July 2024. The Category 4 hurricane is historically among the most powerful to have affected the country. By 9 July, 1,876 people had evacuated from coastal areas, such as Old Harbour Bay in St. Catherine, to 160 shelters in safer areas.