Tropical Storm Melissa poses an "extreme" risk to lives and property in Jamaica and Haiti, AccuWeather meteorologists warned in a Tuesday evening forecast sent to reporters.

Newsweek reached out to the National Hurricane Center (NHC) by email for comment.

Why It Matters

Melissa is the 13th named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season and comes as meteorologists have urged people living in hurricane-prone areas not to let their guard down as fall arrives. The Atlantic hurricane season began June 1 and runs through November 30.

NHC meteorologists anticipate that Melissa will strengthen into a hurricane by this weekend. The NHC warned there is "significant uncertainty" in the storm's path, making it especially crucial that people living nearby remain vigilant and prepare to act

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