South Florida organizations are rapidly mobilizing a comprehensive relief campaign for Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa approaches the island nation.

The massive storm is forecasted to cause "life-threatening flash floods, landslides, and widespread infrastructure damage," according to a press release, with the potential to displace thousands of local residents.

One major effort is being led by South Florida Caribbean Strong , in partnership with the Global Empowerment Mission and The Miami Foundation. They are urging the community to immediately donate, volunteer, and procure critical relief supplies for the recovery phase once the storm passes.

Hurricane Melissa intensified into a Category 5 storm Monday as it drew closer to Jamaica , where forecasters expected it to unleash

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