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Hurricane Melissa Has Rapidly Intensified To Category 4. Catastrophic Threat To Jamaica, Haiti

Melissa could be one of the most intense, devastating hurricanes on record in Jamaica, with widespread flooding, landslides and destructive winds. Flooding rain is also a grave concern in Hispaniola. Here's the latest forecast.

By Jonathan Erdman and Jennifer Gray • just now

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Hurricane Melissa is currently undergoing "extreme rapid intensification," according to the National Hurricane Center, increasing by more than 55 mph in 24 hours. Now a Category 4 storm, Melissa continues to strengthen. The storm is forecast to reach Category 5 status ahead of a catastrophic, multi-day strike on Jamaica with life-threatening flash flooding, l

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